Alc School Within A School serves 271 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alc School Within A School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alc School Within A School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alc School Within A School?
271 students attend Alc School Within A School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Alc School Within A School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Alc School Within A School offer ?
Alc School Within A School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alc School Within A School part of?
Alc School Within A School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Alc School Within A School located?
Alc School Within A School is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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