Serving 163 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Wilson Alternative ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilson Alternative's student population of 163 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Alternative ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Alternative is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
50%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Alternative's ranking?
Wilson Alternative is ranked #2421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wilson Alternative often compared to?
Wilson Alternativeis often viewed alongside schools like Buchser Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Alternative?
The graduation rate of Wilson Alternative is 60-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wilson Alternative?
163 students attend Wilson Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wilson Alternative students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Alternative?
Wilson Alternative has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Wilson Alternative offer ?
Wilson Alternative offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Wilson Alternative part of?
Wilson Alternative is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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