Serving 22 students in grades 7-12, Runestone Alternative School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Runestone Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Runestone Alternative School's student population of 22 students has declined by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Runestone Alternative 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 Runestone Alternative School is 0.32, 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
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
82%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Runestone Alternative School's ranking?
Runestone Alternative School is ranked #673 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?
<50% 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 Runestone Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Runestone Alternative School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Runestone Alternative School?
22 students attend Runestone Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Runestone Alternative School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Runestone Alternative School?
Runestone Alternative School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Runestone Alternative School offer ?
Runestone Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Runestone Alternative School part of?
Runestone Alternative School is part of Runestone Area Education School District.
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