Serving 62 students in grades 7-12, Guadalupe Alternative Programs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guadalupe Alternative Programs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Guadalupe Alternative Programs's student population of 62 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Guadalupe Alternative Programs is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
24%
7%
Hispanic
34%
12%
Black
29%
12%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Guadalupe Alternative Programs often compared to?
Guadalupe Alternative Programsis often viewed alongside schools like Rivereast Program, Como Park Elementary School, Como Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Guadalupe Alternative Programs?
The graduation rate of Guadalupe Alternative Programs is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Guadalupe Alternative Programs?
62 students attend Guadalupe Alternative Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Guadalupe Alternative Programs students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Guadalupe Alternative Programs offer ?
Guadalupe Alternative Programs offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Guadalupe Alternative Programs part of?
Guadalupe Alternative Programs is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Guadalupe Alternative Programs located?
Guadalupe Alternative Programs is located in the Concord Robert neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Concord Robert.
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