Grand Chain Alternative Center

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
14 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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State Level (IL)
Student : Teacher Ratio
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14:1
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American Indian
(19-20)
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Asian
(19-20)
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5%
Hispanic
(19-20)
7%
26%
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Black
(19-20)
29%
17%
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White
(19-20)
43%
48%
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Hawaiian
(19-20)
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Two or more races
(19-20)
21%
4%
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Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
79%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
36%
27%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Grand Chain Alternative Center?
14 students attend Grand Chain Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Grand Chain Alternative Center students are White, 29% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Grand Chain Alternative Center offer ?
Grand Chain Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Grand Chain Alternative Center part of?
Grand Chain Alternative Center is part of Jamp Special Educ Services School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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