Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (08-09)
1 student

Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(08-09)n/a
4%
Asian
(08-09)n/a
10%
Hispanic
(08-09)n/a
16%
Black
(08-09)n/a
5%
White
(08-09)100%
65%
Hawaiian
(08-09)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(08-09)n/a
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ often compared to?
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occis often viewed alongside schools like Alfaretta House, Community Based Trans Program by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ?
1 students attend Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ students are White.
What grades does Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ offer ?
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ part of?
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ located?
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ is located in the New Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in New Tacoma.
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