New London Alternative School serves 13 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New London Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
New London Alternative School's student population of 13 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of New London Alternative School is 0.49, which is less 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)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 is the graduation rate of New London Alternative School?
The graduation rate of New London Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 81%.
How many students attend New London Alternative School?
13 students attend New London Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of New London Alternative School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New London Alternative School?
New London Alternative School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New London Alternative School offer ?
New London Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New London Alternative School part of?
New London Alternative School is part of New London-Spicer School District.
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