School Overview
Alexandria Area High School (AAHS), located in Alexandria, Minnesota, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Alexandria Public Schools district. Known for its modern, expansive campus—which was designed to integrate advanced technology and flexible learning spaces—the school emphasizes a "personalized learning" approach. This model aims to cater to individual student needs through a combination of rigorous academic coursework, collaborative project-based learning, and a wide array of elective opportunities that prepare students for both college and career readiness.

Beyond its core academic offerings, AAHS is highly recognized for its robust extracurricular programs and its strong connection to the local community. The school hosts an extensive variety of athletic teams, fine arts programs, and vocational clubs, often acting as a focal point for civic engagement in the Alexandria area. With a commitment to innovation and student achievement, Alexandria Area High School strives to provide a comprehensive educational experience that balances traditional high school milestones with contemporary skills required for post-secondary success.
1,302
Total Students
75.3
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Alexandria Area High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,192
Hispanic52
Black7
Asian12
Two or More39
  • White
    1,192 (91.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    52 (4.0 %)
  • Two or More
    39 (3.0 %)
  • Asian
    12 (0.9 %)
  • Black
    7 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (320)762-2142
Website: http://www.alexschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,302
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 75.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 206
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 72
Grades Taught
Grade 9 346
Grade 10 335
Grade 11 301
Grade 12 320

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Alexandria Area High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9346
Grade 10335
Grade 11301
Grade 12320
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Alexandria Area High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female60946.8%
Male69353.2%