Serving 31 students in grades 8-12, Pathways Program Grades 8-12 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%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- 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
Pathways Program Grades 8-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pathways Program Grades 8-12's student population of 31 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
1 teacher
School Calendar
Campus Size
342 acres
School Rankings
Pathways Program Grades 8-12 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 Pathways Program Grades 8-12 is 0.55, 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
#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
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Pathways Program Grades 8-12's ranking?
Pathways Program Grades 8-12 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 Pathways Program Grades 8-12?
The graduation rate of Pathways Program Grades 8-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pathways Program Grades 8-12?
31 students attend Pathways Program Grades 8-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pathways Program Grades 8-12 students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Black.
What grades does Pathways Program Grades 8-12 offer ?
Pathways Program Grades 8-12 offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathways Program Grades 8-12 part of?
Pathways Program Grades 8-12 is part of Goodhue County Education School District.
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