Alternative Center School (Closed 2023)

Alternative Center School serves 51 students in grades 7-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.

School Overview

School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (CT)
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
(14-15)
2%
5%
Hispanic
(14-15)
70%
22%
Black
(14-15)
18%
13%
White
(14-15)
10%
57%
100%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Alternative Center School?
51 students attend Alternative Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Alternative Center School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative Center School?
Alternative Center School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alternative Center School offer ?
Alternative Center School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Alternative Center School part of?
Alternative Center School is part of New Britain School District.

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