Needs Improvement
#1915 of 1,992 schools in MN
Alc School Within a School
High School · DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
11 E SUPERIOR ST STE 450, Duluth, MN 55802
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 25 schools in Duluth. Learn more
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
67.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
67.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,915 of 1,992
In Duluth
#28 of 28
public schools
In district
#22 of 22
DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Alc School Within a School
Alc School Within a School is a public high school in Duluth, MN, part of DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Alc School Within a School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 67.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alc School Within a School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,915 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Alc School Within a School runs 67.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
79% of students at Alc School Within a School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Alc School Within a School Compares
See how Alc School Within a School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11 E SUPERIOR ST STE 450, Duluth, MN 55802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alc School Within a School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.1/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academic Excellence Online (rated 5.0/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Duluth, see our Duluth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER Duluth | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Academic Excellence Online Duluth | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ALC Independent Study Duluth | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER Duluth | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Duluth | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| MYERS-WILKINS ELEMENTARY Duluth | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| THE MARSHALL SCHOOL Duluth | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SPECIAL ED. N.P. Duluth | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE BRIDGE Duluth | 1.2 mi | — |
| SUPERIOR ACADEMY Duluth | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY Duluth | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Duluth | 1.7 mi | — |
| SPIRIT OF THE LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Duluth | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Duluth | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion Duluth | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Duluth | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Duluth | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Arrowhead Academy Duluth | 2.5 mi | — |
| ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Duluth | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CONGDON ELEMENTARY Duluth | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,850
Median Home Value
$479,700
Median Rent
$596/mo
Population
2,560
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
34.3%
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
54.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALC Independent Study Duluth, MN | 3.8 |
| Big Lake Online 6-12 Big Lake, MN | 3.4 |
| LAKE OF THE WOODS SECONDARY Baudette, MN | 4.1 |
| RPS Online High School Rochester, MN | 3.2 |
| LEAP HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 4.3 |
| AUSTIN AREA LEARNING CENTER Austin, MN | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alc School Within a School
What grades does Alc School Within a School serve?
Alc School Within a School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Alc School Within a School?
Alc School Within a School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alc School Within a School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alc School Within a School is 67.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alc School Within a School rank in MN?
Alc School Within a School ranks #1,915 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Alc School Within a School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alc School Within a School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alc School Within a School a charter school?
No, Alc School Within a School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alc School Within a School a Title I school?
No, Alc School Within a School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alc School Within a School?
64.9% of students at Alc School Within a School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 67.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.3%
- Phone
- (218) 336-8756
Resources & Links
District
DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,757
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,081
- District Rank
- #22 of 22
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