Stanislaus Alternative Charter serves 552 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanislaus Alternative Charter's student population of 552 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stanislaus Alternative Charter is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
61%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Stanislaus Alternative Charter?
The graduation rate of Stanislaus Alternative Charter is 10-14%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stanislaus Alternative Charter?
552 students attend Stanislaus Alternative Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Stanislaus Alternative Charter students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanislaus Alternative Charter?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Stanislaus Alternative Charter offer ?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stanislaus Alternative Charter part of?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter is part of Stanislaus Alternative Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Stanislaus Alternative Charter located?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter is located in the Downtown Modesto neighborhood of Modesto, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Modesto.
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