Serving 141 students in grades 5-12, Moorhead Alc 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moorhead Alc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Moorhead Alc's student population of 141 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
The mission of Moorhead Area Public Schools is to develop the maximum potential of every learner to thrive in a changing world.
School Rankings
Moorhead Alc ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moorhead Alc 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1309 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
23%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
40%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moorhead Alc's ranking?
Moorhead Alc is ranked #1309 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% 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 Moorhead Alc?
The graduation rate of Moorhead Alc is 35-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Moorhead Alc?
141 students attend Moorhead Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Moorhead Alc students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moorhead Alc?
Moorhead Alc has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moorhead Alc offer ?
Moorhead Alc offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moorhead Alc part of?
Moorhead Alc is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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