Serving 70 students in grades 9-12, Owatonna Alc 9-12 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owatonna Alc 9-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Owatonna Alc 9-12's student population of 70 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Love Begets Love
School Rankings
Owatonna Alc 9-12 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owatonna Alc 9-12 is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
43%
12%
Black
16%
12%
White
34%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owatonna Alc 9-12's ranking?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Owatonna Alc 9-12?
The graduation rate of Owatonna Alc 9-12 is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Owatonna Alc 9-12?
70 students attend Owatonna Alc 9-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Owatonna Alc 9-12 students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owatonna Alc 9-12?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owatonna Alc 9-12 offer ?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owatonna Alc 9-12 part of?
Owatonna Alc 9-12 is part of Owatonna Public School District.
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