ALC GATEWAY TO COLLEGE

ALC GATEWAY TO COLLEGE is a Title I public high school that is part of the Saint Paul Public Schools school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 106 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 2 teachers, ALC GATEWAY TO COLLEGE has a student/teacher ratio of about 53:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ALC GATEWAY TO COLLEGE, located on Marshall Avenue in Saint Paul, is an innovative educational program designed specifically for students who have fallen behind in their high school credits or who have disengaged from the traditional high school environment. Operating as an Adult Learning Center (ALC) model, the school provides a bridge for students to earn their high school diploma while simultaneously accessing college-level coursework. By integrating high school requirements with a post-secondary atmosphere, the program aims to re-engage students and provide them with the skills and confidence necessary to transition into long-term academic or career success.

The environment at Gateway to College is structured to be more flexible and supportive than a traditional high school, catering to the unique needs of students who may face personal or external barriers to graduation. Through a partnership with local higher education institutions, students are able to earn college credits tuition-free, which helps shorten the time required to complete their secondary education while preparing them for the rigors of college life. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource in the Saint Paul community, focusing on credit recovery, academic acceleration, and student empowerment for those seeking a "second chance" at educational achievement.

For more information, contact ALC GATEWAY TO COLLEGE at (651) 403-4222 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.