Serving 69 students in grades 11-12, Taunton Alternative High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taunton Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Taunton Alternative High School's student population of 69 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Taunton Alternative High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
25%
10%
White
49%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Taunton Alternative High School often compared to?
Taunton Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boston Collaborative High School, Huntington Therapeutic Day School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taunton Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Taunton Alternative High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Taunton Alternative High School?
69 students attend Taunton Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Taunton Alternative High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taunton Alternative High School?
Taunton Alternative High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Taunton Alternative High School offer ?
Taunton Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Taunton Alternative High School part of?
Taunton Alternative High School is part of Taunton School District.
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