Serving 50 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 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 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow Alternative High School's student population of 50 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'A Place for You and Your Child'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Longfellow Alternative High School is 0.66, 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)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≤20%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 45% 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 83.3%.
How many students attend Longfellow Alternative High School?
50 students attend Longfellow Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Longfellow Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Alternative High School?
Longfellow Alternative High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Longfellow Alternative High School offer ?
Longfellow Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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