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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Simley Alternative Program
Simley Alternative Program is a public high school in Inver Grove Heights, MN, part of the INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $98,026, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Simley Alternative Program 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.
The student-teacher ratio at Simley Alternative Program is 25:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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.
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
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 7.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby South Saint Paul). Another option is SIMLEY SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.6/10). Additionally, 199 Online High School (rated 5.3/10). 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 | 5.6 |
| 199 Online High School Inver Grove Heights | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Inver Grove Heights | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| IGH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PINE BEND ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Discovery Charter Elementary School Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| STEAM Academy Charter School Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul Park | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Simley Alternative Program has a median household income of $98,026. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $308,900, with a median rent of $1,340/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| 917 Riverside School Hastings, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights, MN | — |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Mendota Hts, MN | — |
| Benton Stearns Education District 1 Sauk Rapids, MN | — |
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 the most recent state assessment data, Simley Alternative Program has 25.0% math proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,563/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Inver Grove Heights). Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,510
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,677
Other Schools in This District
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