Alternative Suspension School serves 58 students in grades 7-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was lower than the Nevada state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
44%
Black
4%
12%
White
72%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative Suspension School?
58 students attend Alternative Suspension School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alternative Suspension School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative Suspension School?
Alternative Suspension School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alternative Suspension School offer ?
Alternative Suspension School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Alternative Suspension School part of?
Alternative Suspension School is part of Douglas County School District.
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