Luverne Alternative Program

709 N Kniss Ave
Luverne, MN 56156
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 5 students in grades 10-12, Luverne Alternative 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 46%). 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 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • : ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Luverne Alternative Program's student population of 5 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar

School Rankings

Luverne Alternative Program ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luverne Alternative Program is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
<50%
46%
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
(21-22)
≥50%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Luverne Alternative Program's ranking?
Luverne Alternative Program is ranked #673 out of 1,773 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 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luverne Alternative Program?
The graduation rate of Luverne Alternative Program is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Luverne Alternative Program?
5 students attend Luverne Alternative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Luverne Alternative Program students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luverne Alternative Program?
Luverne Alternative Program has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Luverne Alternative Program offer ?
Luverne Alternative Program offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luverne Alternative Program part of?
Luverne Alternative Program is part of Luverne Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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