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.
1,315
Total Students
73.9
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Alexandria Area High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,197
Hispanic64
Black5
Asian14
Two or More34
American Indian1
  • White
    1,197 (91.0%)
  • Hispanic
    64 (4.9%)
  • Two or More
    34 (2.6%)
  • Asian
    14 (1.1%)
  • Black
    5 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: 1,315
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 73.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 206
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 72
Grades Taught
Grade 9 313
Grade 10 317
Grade 11 342
Grade 12 343

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Alexandria Area High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9313
Grade 10317
Grade 11342
Grade 12343
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Alexandria Area High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female63848.5%
Male67751.5%