Alternative Program Central serves 12 students in grades 4-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alternative Program Central's student population of 12 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Program Central is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alternative Program Central often compared to?
Alternative Program Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Highridge Family Center 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 58% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alternative Program Central?
The graduation rate of Alternative Program Central is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Alternative Program Central?
12 students attend Alternative Program Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alternative Program Central students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative Program Central?
Alternative Program Central has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alternative Program Central offer ?
Alternative Program Central offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alternative Program Central part of?
Alternative Program Central is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Program Central located?
Alternative Program Central is located in the Northwood neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL.
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