Serving 17 students in grades 6-12, 917 Riverside School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
917 Riverside School's student population of 17 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of 917 Riverside School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
41%
12%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)17.7%
31.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of 917 Riverside School?
The graduation rate of 917 Riverside School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend 917 Riverside School?
17 students attend 917 Riverside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of 917 Riverside School students are Black, 23% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 917 Riverside School?
917 Riverside School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does 917 Riverside School offer ?
917 Riverside School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is 917 Riverside School part of?
917 Riverside School is part of Intermediate School District 917.
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