Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Alternative Educational Experience ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative Educational Experience ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Alternative Educational Experience's student population of 30 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Educational Experience is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Alternative Educational Experience?
30 students attend Alternative Educational Experience.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Alternative Educational Experience students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Alternative Educational Experience offer ?
Alternative Educational Experience offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Alternative Educational Experience part of?
Alternative Educational Experience is part of Methow Valley School District.
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