Barron County Alternative School serves 12 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Barron County Alternative School?
12 students attend Barron County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Barron County Alternative School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barron County Alternative School?
Barron County Alternative School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barron County Alternative School offer ?
Barron County Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Barron County Alternative School part of?
Barron County Alternative School is part of Rice Lake Area School District.
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