Serving 101 students in grades 10-12, South Washington Alternative High School 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 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (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
South Washington Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Washington Alternative High School's student population of 101 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Washington Alternative High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
22%
12%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Washington Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of South Washington Alternative High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Washington Alternative High School?
101 students attend South Washington Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of South Washington Alternative High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Washington Alternative High School?
South Washington Alternative High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Washington Alternative High School offer ?
South Washington Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is South Washington Alternative High School part of?
South Washington Alternative High School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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