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Highview Alc

High School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

2400 SANDBURG LN, Golden Valley, MN 55427

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,057 of 1,992

In Golden Valley

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Highview Alc

6.1/10

High School in Golden Valley · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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About Highview Alc

Highview Alc is a public high school in Golden Valley, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Highview Alc serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Highview Alc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,057 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Highview Alc show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MN avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate47%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,779

Highview Alc — Students at Highview Alc score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 11.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
10%
2013
Math
10%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
5%
2016
Math
5%
2017
Math
5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
2022
Math
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Highview Alc Compares

See how Highview Alc performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2400 SANDBURG LN, Golden Valley, MN 55427

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highview Alc may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robbinsdale Virtual Academy (rated 4.5/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Golden Valley, see our Golden Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley 0.0 mi 4.0
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley 0.0 mi 4.5
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley 0.0 mi
NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal 0.3 mi 5.0
KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley 0.5 mi 4.5
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley 0.6 mi 8.1
Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley 0.9 mi 7.3
BEACON ACADEMY Crystal 1.1 mi 3.5
PEACEFUL VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Golden Valley 1.4 mi
PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley 1.5 mi 7.4
The FAIR School - Crystal Crystal 1.6 mi 4.2
NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.3 mi 4.3
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion El. New Hope 1.3 mi 4.5
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Golden Valley 1.9 mi 5.9
ROBBINSDALE MIDDLE Robbinsdale 1.6 mi 5.3
SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope 1.6 mi 3.9
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.9 mi 8.0
Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope 2.1 mi
VirtualEDU ELementary Golden Valley 2.0 mi 4.6
VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55427 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,013

Median Home Value

$341,700

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

24,667

College Educated

48.9%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highview Alc

What grades does Highview Alc serve?

Highview Alc serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Highview Alc?

Highview Alc has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highview Alc?

The student-teacher ratio at Highview Alc is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highview Alc rank in MN?

Highview Alc ranks #1,057 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Highview Alc's MySchoolScout rating?

Highview Alc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Highview Alc?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highview Alc has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).

Is Highview Alc a charter school?

No, Highview Alc is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Highview Alc a Title I school?

No, Highview Alc is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highview Alc?

74.6% of students at Highview Alc 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
4-Year Graduation
47.0%

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