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Simley Alternative Program
High School · INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS
2920 80TH ST E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
25:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
25:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Simley Alternative Program
High School in Inver Grove Heights · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Simley Alternative Program
Simley Alternative Program is a public high school in Inver Grove Heights, MN, part of INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS. Simley Alternative Program serves approximately 25 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Simley Alternative Program show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 25 students, Simley Alternative Program is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Simley Alternative Program runs 25:1 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Address
- 2920 80TH ST E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
- Website
- invergrove.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (651) 306-7000
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2920 80TH ST E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simley Alternative Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South St. Paul High School (rated 5.7/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby South Saint Paul). Another option is SIMLEY SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.5/10). Additionally, 199 Online High School (rated 3.9/10). For more schools in Inver Grove Heights, see our Inver Grove Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIMLEY SENIOR HIGH Inver Grove Heights | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| 199 Online High School Inver Grove Heights | 0.0 mi | 3.9 |
| INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Inver Grove Heights | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| IGH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PINE BEND ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Discovery Charter Elementary School Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| STEAM Academy Charter School Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul | 3.9 mi | 3.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul | 4.0 mi | 3.9 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul Park | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PEACEFUL HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL & CHILD CARE West Saint Paul | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,026
Median Home Value
$308,900
Median Rent
$1,340/mo
Population
21,258
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simley Alternative Program
What grades does Simley Alternative Program serve?
Simley Alternative Program serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Simley Alternative Program?
Simley Alternative Program has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simley Alternative Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Simley Alternative Program is 25:1. 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 Simley Alternative Program?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simley Alternative Program has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010).
Is Simley Alternative Program a charter school?
No, Simley Alternative Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simley Alternative Program a Title I school?
No, Simley Alternative Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Simley Alternative Program?
88.0% of students at Simley Alternative Program 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Phone
- (651) 306-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,510
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,677
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