Deer River High School Alp serves 12 students in grades 10-12.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer River High School Alp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Deer River High School Alp's student population of 12 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Deer River High School Alp is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
67%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
36%
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 Deer River High School Alp?
The graduation rate of Deer River High School Alp is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Deer River High School Alp?
12 students attend Deer River High School Alp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Deer River High School Alp students are American Indian, 25% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What grades does Deer River High School Alp offer ?
Deer River High School Alp offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer River High School Alp part of?
Deer River High School Alp is part of Deer River Public School District.
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