Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Pateros Alternative School offer ?
Pateros Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pateros Alternative School part of?
Pateros Alternative School is part of Pateros School District.
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