Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (94-95)
263 students

Total Classroom Teachers (13-14)
1 teacher

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
(94-95)n/a
1%
Asian
(94-95)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(94-95)n/a
n/a
Black
(94-95)18%
36%

White
(94-95)82%
62%

Hawaiian
(94-95)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(94-95)n/a
n/a

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ruben Yancy Alternative School?
263 students attend Ruben Yancy Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ruben Yancy Alternative School students are White, and 18% of students are Black.
What grades does Ruben Yancy Alternative School offer ?
Ruben Yancy Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Ruben Yancy Alternative School part of?
Ruben Yancy Alternative School is part of St Clair County School District.
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