Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (17-18)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
3 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
2%
Asian
(17-18)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(17-18)n/a
9%
Black
(17-18)100%
11%
White
(17-18)n/a
67%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥80%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Beacon Alp I.s.?
The graduation rate of Beacon Alp I.s. is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Beacon Alp I.s.?
1 students attend Beacon Alp I.s..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Beacon Alp I.s. students are Black.
What grades does Beacon Alp I.s. offer ?
Beacon Alp I.s. offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beacon Alp I.s. part of?
Beacon Alp I.s. is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Alp I.s. located?
Beacon Alp I.s. is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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