Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alc Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
3 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
67%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
33%
6%
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
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 the graduation rate of Alc Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Alc Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alc Independent Study?
3 students attend Alc Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Alc Independent Study students are Black, and 33% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Alc Independent Study offer ?
Alc Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alc Independent Study part of?
Alc Independent Study is part of Osseo Public School District.
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