Serving 1,315 students in grades 9-12, Alexandria Area High School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexandria Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alexandria Area High School's student population of 1,315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexandria Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexandria Area High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#803 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
White
91%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexandria Area High School's ranking?
Alexandria Area High School is ranked #803 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexandria Area High School?
The graduation rate of Alexandria Area High School is 97%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alexandria Area High School?
1,315 students attend Alexandria Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alexandria Area High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexandria Area High School?
Alexandria Area High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alexandria Area High School offer ?
Alexandria Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexandria Area High School part of?
Alexandria Area High School is part of Alexandria Public School District.
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