Serving 48 students in grades 7-12, River Valley Academy Alc 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 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley Academy Alc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
River Valley Academy Alc's student population of 48 students has grown by 220% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of River Valley Academy Alc is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 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 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Valley Academy Alc?
The graduation rate of River Valley Academy Alc is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend River Valley Academy Alc?
48 students attend River Valley Academy Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of River Valley Academy Alc students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Valley Academy Alc?
River Valley Academy Alc has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Valley Academy Alc offer ?
River Valley Academy Alc offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Valley Academy Alc part of?
River Valley Academy Alc is part of Hiawatha Valley Education School District.
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