Lima Alternative High School serves 17 students in grades 10-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 82%).
Minority enrollment was 71% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
17 students

Total Classroom Teachers (06-07)
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%

Black
59%
17%

White
29%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(12-13)21-39%
81%

Eligible for Free Lunch (91-92)
57%
22%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH 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 77% OH state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lima Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Lima Alternative High School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lima Alternative High School?
17 students attend Lima Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lima Alternative High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Lima Alternative High School offer ?
Lima Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Lima Alternative High School part of?
Lima Alternative High School is part of Lima City School District.
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