Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Dassel-cokato Alternative Center 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dassel-cokato Alternative Center's student population of 78 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Dassel-cokato Alternative Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dassel-cokato Alternative Center is 0.24, 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
#1270 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
87%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chargers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dassel-cokato Alternative Center's ranking?
Dassel-cokato Alternative Center is ranked #1270 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dassel-cokato Alternative Center?
The graduation rate of Dassel-cokato Alternative Center is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dassel-cokato Alternative Center?
78 students attend Dassel-cokato Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Dassel-cokato Alternative Center students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dassel-cokato Alternative Center?
Dassel-cokato Alternative Center has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dassel-cokato Alternative Center offer ?
Dassel-cokato Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dassel-cokato Alternative Center part of?
Dassel-cokato Alternative Center is part of Dassel-Cokato School District.
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