Alc Sws East serves 74 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alc Sws East's student population of 74 students has stayed relatively flat 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
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alc Sws East is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
72%
60%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alc Sws East?
74 students attend Alc Sws East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alc Sws East students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alc Sws East?
Alc Sws East has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alc Sws East offer ?
Alc Sws East offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alc Sws East part of?
Alc Sws East is part of Duluth Public School District.
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