Aitkin Alternative Learning Program serves 15 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aitkin Alternative Learning Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Aitkin Alternative Learning Program's student population of 15 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aitkin Alternative Learning Program is 0.34, which is less 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)
(10-11)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
13%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Aitkin Alternative Learning Program?
The graduation rate of Aitkin Alternative Learning Program is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Aitkin Alternative Learning Program?
15 students attend Aitkin Alternative Learning Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Aitkin Alternative Learning Program students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aitkin Alternative Learning Program?
Aitkin Alternative Learning Program has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aitkin Alternative Learning Program offer ?
Aitkin Alternative Learning Program offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Aitkin Alternative Learning Program part of?
Aitkin Alternative Learning Program is part of Aitkin Public School District.
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