The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 65%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwood Valley Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
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 (22-23)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Cardinals
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
65%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
25%
19%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Redwood Valley Alternative?
The graduation rate of Redwood Valley Alternative is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Redwood Valley Alternative?
1 students attend Redwood Valley Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Redwood Valley Alternative students are White.
What grades does Redwood Valley Alternative offer ?
Redwood Valley Alternative offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redwood Valley Alternative part of?
Redwood Valley Alternative is part of Redwood Area School District.
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