Serving 92 students in grades 7-12, 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (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
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 92 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
South Washington Alternative High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Washington Alternative High School 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
#1232 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 South Washington Alternative High School's ranking?
South Washington Alternative High School is ranked #1232 out of 1,860 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Washington Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of South Washington Alternative High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Washington Alternative High School?
92 students attend South Washington Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of South Washington Alternative High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Washington Alternative High School?
South Washington Alternative High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Washington Alternative High School offer ?
South Washington Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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