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New London Alternative School
High School · NEW LONDON-SPICER SCHOOL DISTRICT
101 4TH AVE SW, New London, MN 56273
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About New London Alternative School
New London Alternative School is a public high school in New London, MN, part of the NEW LONDON-SPICER SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $91,520, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 13 students, New London Alternative School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 101 4TH AVE SW, New London, MN 56273
- Website
- nls.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (320) 354-2252
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 3 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
101 4TH AVE SW, New London, MN 56273
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New London Alternative School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WILLMAR AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Willmar). Another option is DREAM Technical Academy (rated 5.5/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Willmar). Additionally, NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. (rated 5.2/10). For more schools in New London, see our New London schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London | 4.1 mi | — |
| WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH Willmar | 10.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SEC. Belgrade | 11.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Prairie Lakes Education Center Willmar | 11.0 mi | — |
| Lake Park School Willmar | 11.0 mi | — |
| DREAM Technical Academy Willmar | 11.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SWWC ELC - Willmar Willmar | 11.0 mi | — |
| Lakeland Elementary School Willmar | 13.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Willmar | 13.1 mi | — |
| WILLMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Willmar | 13.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Middle School ALC Willmar | 13.3 mi | — |
| WILLMAR AREA LEARNING CENTER Willmar | 13.2 mi | 7.1 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Willmar | 13.4 mi | 7.3 |
| JEFFERSON LEARNING CENTER Willmar | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willmar | 14.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Willmar | 14.3 mi | 4.9 |
| RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grove City | 11.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56273 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,520
Median Home Value
$299,400
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
5,050
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
86.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
42.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding New London Alternative School has a median household income of $91,520. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $299,400, with a median rent of $965/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AITKIN ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Aitkin, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Access Cottage Grove, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| Anchor Columbia Heights, MN | — |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New London Alternative School
What grades does New London Alternative School serve?
New London Alternative School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New London Alternative School?
New London Alternative School has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New London Alternative School?
The student-teacher ratio at New London Alternative School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at New London Alternative School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, New London Alternative School has 25.0% math proficiency.
Is New London Alternative School a charter school?
No, New London Alternative School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New London Alternative School a Title I school?
No, New London Alternative School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New London Alternative School?
53.8% of students at New London Alternative 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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (384/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kandiyohi County
- Phone
- (320) 354-2252
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW LONDON-SPICER SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,549
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,433
Other Schools in This District
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