Alexandria Area High School

Serving 1,303 students in grades 9-12, Alexandria Area High School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).

The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.

Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

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School Overview

Alexandria Area High School's student population of 1,303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.

The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years. Grades Offered Grades 9-12 Total Students 1,303 students

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Total Classroom Teachers 70 teachers

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School Rankings

Alexandria Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).

This School State Level (MN) Overall Testing Rank #823 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)

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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)

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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)

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Student : Teacher Ratio

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American Indian

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Two or more races

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All Ethnic Groups

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Diversity Score

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Graduation Rate

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Eligible for Free Lunch

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Eligible for Reduced Lunch

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School Statewide Testing School District Name Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alexandria Area High School's ranking?

Alexandria Area High School is ranked #823 out of 1,860 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?

42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).

What is the graduation rate of Alexandria Area High School?

The graduation rate of Alexandria Area High School is 93%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.

How many students attend Alexandria Area High School? 1,303 students attend Alexandria Area High School. What is the racial composition of the student body?

91% of Alexandria Area High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.

What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexandria Area High School?

Alexandria Area High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.

What grades does Alexandria Area High School offer ? Alexandria Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 What school district is Alexandria Area High School part of?

Nearby Public Schools

The nearest high school to Alexandria Area High School is Kalon Prep Academy (0.7 miles away) The nearest middle school is Discovery Middle School (1.8 miles away) The nearest elementary school is Lincoln Elementary School (0.8 miles away) School
(Math and Reading Proficiency) Charter School
Add to Compare Grades: 9-12 | 107 students 0.7 miles 1877 Aga Drive, Suite 220
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(320) 460-8881 (Math: 67% | Reading: 63%)
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(320) 762-3320 (Math: 62% | Reading: 54%)
Rank : Add to Compare Grades: K-5 | 418 students 0.9 miles 1410 Mckay Ave S Ste #101
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(320) 762-3300 Add to Compare Grades: PK | 128 students 1.5 miles 1410 Mckay Ave S Ste #102
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(320) 762-3305 (Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank : Add to Compare Grades: 6-8 | 974 students 1.8 miles 510 N Mckay Ave
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-7900

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