Alc Independent Study serves 107 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alc Independent Study's student population of 107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alc Independent Study is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
9%
12%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alc Independent Study?
107 students attend Alc Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Alc Independent Study students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alc Independent Study?
Alc Independent Study has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alc Independent Study offer ?
Alc Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alc Independent Study part of?
Alc Independent Study is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Alc Independent Study located?
Alc Independent Study is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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