Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Alternative High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alternative High School's student population of 118 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Alternative High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alternative High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#919 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
46%
34%
Black
54%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)41%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alternative High School's ranking?
Alternative High School is ranked #919 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alternative High School often compared to?
Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlantic Regional School, Alternative 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 36% NJ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Alternative High School is 41%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alternative High School?
118 students attend Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Alternative High School students are Black, and 46% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative High School?
Alternative High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alternative High School offer ?
Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alternative High School part of?
Alternative High School is part of Paterson Public School District.
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