Crusade High Alternative School serves 48 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Crusade High Alternative School?
48 students attend Crusade High Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Crusade High Alternative School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crusade High Alternative School?
Crusade High Alternative School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crusade High Alternative School offer ?
Crusade High Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crusade High Alternative School part of?
Crusade High Alternative School is part of Morning Sun Community School District.
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