Serving 16 students in grades 9-12, Hlww Alternative Learning Program ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hlww Alternative Learning Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hlww Alternative Learning Program's student population of 16 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Hlww Alternative Learning Program ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hlww Alternative Learning Program is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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
What is Hlww Alternative Learning Program's ranking?
Hlww Alternative Learning Program is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hlww Alternative Learning Program?
The graduation rate of Hlww Alternative Learning Program is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hlww Alternative Learning Program?
16 students attend Hlww Alternative Learning Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hlww Alternative Learning Program students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hlww Alternative Learning Program?
Hlww Alternative Learning Program has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hlww Alternative Learning Program offer ?
Hlww Alternative Learning Program offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hlww Alternative Learning Program part of?
Hlww Alternative Learning Program is part of Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted School District.
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