Hibbard Alternative serves 73 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 29% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
23%
10%
White
71%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hibbard Alternative?
73 students attend Hibbard Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hibbard Alternative students are White, 23% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Hibbard Alternative offer ?
Hibbard Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hibbard Alternative part of?
Hibbard Alternative is part of Pittsfield School District.
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