Serving 376 students in grades 6-12, Rochester Alternative Learning Center 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester Alternative Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rochester Alternative Learning Center's student population of 376 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rochester Alternative Learning Center is 0.75, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
28%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
34%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Rochester Alternative Learning Center is 55-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rochester Alternative Learning Center?
376 students attend Rochester Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Rochester Alternative Learning Center students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester Alternative Learning Center?
Rochester Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Rochester Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rochester Alternative Learning Center part of?
Rochester Alternative Learning Center is part of Rochester Public School District.
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