Serving 1,332 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Alternative Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alternative Learning Center's student population of 1,332 students has grown by 3500% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 1566% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alternative Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alternative Learning Center is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8410 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alternative Learning Center's ranking?
Alternative Learning Center is ranked #8410 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Alternative Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 83%.
How many students attend Alternative Learning Center?
1,332 students attend Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alternative Learning Center students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative Learning Center?
Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Alternative Learning Center part of?
Alternative Learning Center is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Learning Center located?
Alternative Learning Center is located in the San Andreas neighborhood of Highland, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in San Andreas.
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