Serving 1 students in grades 7-12, Kimmel Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 63%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kimmel Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Kimmel Alternative School's student population of 1 students has declined by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1 student
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kimmel Alternative School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kimmel Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Kimmel Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kimmel Alternative School?
1 students attend Kimmel Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Kimmel Alternative School students are White.
What grades does Kimmel Alternative School offer ?
Kimmel Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kimmel Alternative School part of?
Kimmel Alternative School is part of Altoona Area School District.
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