Alternative School serves 27 students in grades 6-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
67%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
29%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative School?
27 students attend Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Alternative School students are American Indian, 29% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative School?
Alternative School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alternative School offer ?
Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alternative School part of?
Alternative School is part of Hayward Community School District.
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