Serving 90 students in grades 9-12, Owatonna Alc 9-12 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 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (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
Owatonna Alc 9-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Owatonna Alc 9-12's student population of 90 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Love Begets Love
School Rankings
Owatonna Alc 9-12 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 Owatonna Alc 9-12 is 0.67, which is more 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
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
35%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
44%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Owatonna Alc 9-12's ranking?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 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 Owatonna Alc 9-12?
The graduation rate of Owatonna Alc 9-12 is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Owatonna Alc 9-12?
90 students attend Owatonna Alc 9-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Owatonna Alc 9-12 students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owatonna Alc 9-12?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owatonna Alc 9-12 offer ?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owatonna Alc 9-12 part of?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 is part of Owatonna Public School District.
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