Serving 22 students in grades 7-12, Runestone Alternative School 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Runestone Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
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
11:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Runestone Alternative School's ranking?
Runestone Alternative School 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 Runestone Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Runestone Alternative School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Runestone Alternative School?
22 students attend Runestone Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Runestone Alternative School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Runestone Alternative School?
Runestone Alternative School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Runestone Alternative School offer ?
Runestone Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Runestone Alternative School part of?
Runestone Alternative School is part of Runestone Area Education School District.
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