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The Alternative Program (tap)
High School · WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
4955 PEONY LN, Plymouth, MN 55446
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
53.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
53.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About The Alternative Program (tap)
The Alternative Program (tap) is a public high school in Plymouth, MN, part of the WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 160 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 53.3:1. Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 35% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $169,412, where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 160 students, The Alternative Program (tap) 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 The Alternative Program (tap) is 53.3:1, 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
- 160 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 53.3:1
- Address
- 4955 PEONY LN, Plymouth, MN 55446
- Website
- wayzata.k12.mn.us/alc
- Phone
- (763) 745-6638
- 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 (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
How The Alternative Program (tap) Compares
See how The Alternative Program (tap) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4955 PEONY LN, Plymouth, MN 55446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Alternative Program (tap) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WAYZATA HIGH (rated 8.1/10). Another option is WEST LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away). Additionally, Wayzata Transition School (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Wayzata). For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAYZATA HIGH Plymouth | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Wayzata Transition School Wayzata | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| North Woods Elementary School Plymouth | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| KIMBERLY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Meadow Ridge Elementary School Plymouth | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PLYMOUTH CREEK ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| AVE MARIA ACADEMY Maple Grove | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Plymouth | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| WEST LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Plymouth | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| School #519 Plymouth | 4.0 mi | — |
| GLEASON LAKE ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 4.4 mi | 8.1 |
| School #540 Plymouth | 3.6 mi | — |
| WAYZATA CENTRAL MIDDLE Plymouth | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE ALTERNATIVE (CMAP) Plymouth | 4.6 mi | — |
| REDEEMER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayzata | 4.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BIRCHVIEW ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 4.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech Sch Maple Grove | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,412
Median Home Value
$559,100
Median Rent
$1,932/mo
Population
27,627
College Educated
75.8%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
38.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Alternative Program (tap) has a median household income of $169,412. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $559,100, with a median rent of $1,932/month. The local poverty rate of 2.3% 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 |
|---|---|
| Beacon ALP Bloomington, MN | — |
| Exploration High School Minneapolis, MN | — |
| Gentry Academy High Vadnais Heights, MN | — |
| Metro 2 Online Minneapolis, MN | — |
| OPTIONS AT EDINA HIGH SCHOOL Edina, MN | — |
| VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Alternative Program (tap)
What grades does The Alternative Program (tap) serve?
The Alternative Program (tap) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Alternative Program (tap)?
The Alternative Program (tap) has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Alternative Program (tap)?
The student-teacher ratio at The Alternative Program (tap) is 53.3:1. 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 The Alternative Program (tap)?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, The Alternative Program (tap) has 10.0% math proficiency and 34.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is The Alternative Program (tap) a charter school?
No, The Alternative Program (tap) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Alternative Program (tap) a Title I school?
No, The Alternative Program (tap) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Alternative Program (tap)?
53.8% of students at The Alternative Program (tap) 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
- Elevated (1,077/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Plymouth). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 53.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (763) 745-6638
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 12,625
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,820
Other Schools in This District
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