Swmetro New Beginnings Alc serves 15 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swmetro New Beginnings Alc's student population of 15 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swmetro New Beginnings Alc is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Hispanic
80%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
13%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Swmetro New Beginnings Alc?
15 students attend Swmetro New Beginnings Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Swmetro New Beginnings Alc students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 7% of students are Black.
What grades does Swmetro New Beginnings Alc offer ?
Swmetro New Beginnings Alc offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Swmetro New Beginnings Alc part of?
Swmetro New Beginnings Alc is part of Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 School District.
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