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Loring Nicollet Alternative School

1925 Nicollet Ave Minneapolis, MN 55403

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Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 100 students
Acceptance rate: 98%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Loring Nicollet Alternative School in Minneapolis, MN, serves 100 co–ed students in grades 9 through 12 within a central city, nonsectarian alternative school setting.
Founded in 1972, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 with an average class size of 15, supported by 7 teaching staff members.
The student body is diverse, with 59% of students identifying as students of color, reflecting the multicultural composition of the Minneapolis area.
The school maintains a 98% acceptance rate, positioning it as an accessible option among Minneapolis high schools.
Located in Central Minneapolis, Loring Nicollet Alternative School ranks within the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for student diversity.

Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 100 students
Acceptance rate: 98%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Loring Nicollet Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Loring Nicollet Alternative School
9	15
10	25
11	30
12	30

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Year Founded

1972

School Motto

Invest in People. Invest in PPL.

Student Body

Total Students

100 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

59%

State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 85%

Application URL

Online Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Loring Nicollet Alternative School often compared to?

Loring Nicollet Alternative School is often viewed alongside schools like Nawayee Center School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Loring Nicollet Alternative School?

The acceptance rate of Loring Nicollet Alternative School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.

When is the application deadline for Loring Nicollet Alternative School?

The application deadline for Loring Nicollet Alternative School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Loring Nicollet Alternative School located?

Loring Nicollet Alternative School is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other private schools located in Central Minneapolis.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $11,868 for elementary schools and $19,075 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Minneapolis, MN is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).