Serving 58 students in grades 7-12, Longfellow Alternative High 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 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (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
Top Rankings
Longfellow Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Longfellow Alternative High School's student population of 58 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Longfellow Alternative High School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
46%
10%
Black
40%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
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 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Longfellow Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Longfellow Alternative High School is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Longfellow Alternative High School?
58 students attend Longfellow Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Longfellow Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 9% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Longfellow Alternative High School?
Longfellow Alternative High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longfellow Alternative High School offer ?
Longfellow Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Longfellow Alternative High School part of?
Longfellow Alternative High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Alternative High School located?
Longfellow Alternative High School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
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