R.I.S.E. Program

11 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

The R.I.S.E. (Reaching Independence through Supported Education) program, located at 1315 South Broadway in New Ulm, Minnesota, is a specialized educational initiative designed to support students with diverse learning needs. Operating under the New Ulm Public Schools umbrella, the program focuses on creating a tailored environment where students can develop essential life skills, vocational readiness, and academic competencies. Its primary objective is to empower participants to achieve greater autonomy and successfully transition into their post-secondary lives.

The program is distinguished by its individualized approach, often serving students who benefit from a smaller, more focused setting than a traditional classroom. By emphasizing functional academics and practical community involvement, R.I.S.E. aims to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application. Through a combination of personalized support and goal-oriented programming, the initiative provides the resources and guidance necessary for students to reach their personal potential and effectively navigate their future paths.

Total Students

2.2

Full-Time Teachers

5.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

54.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for R.I.S.E. Program
Demographic	Student Count
White	10
American Indian	1

White
10 (90.9 %)
American Indian
1 (9.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Special Education School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	RIVER BEND EDUCATION DISTRICT
Phone:	(507)359-8700
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	11
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	2.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	5.1
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	6
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 3 1

Grade 4 1

Grade 6 1

Grade 7 2

Grade 8 1

Grade 9 1

Grade 12 4