Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 416% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (97-98)
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(97-98)n/a
n/a
Asian
(97-98)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(97-98)1%
4%
Black
(97-98)22%
27%
White
(97-98)77%
65%
Hawaiian
(97-98)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(97-98)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (97-98)
95%
24%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Point Option Alternative School?
112 students attend Point Option Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Point Option Alternative School students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What school district is Point Option Alternative School part of?
Point Option Alternative School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Point Option Alternative School located?
Point Option Alternative School is located in the Deer Park neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Deer Park.
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