District 206 Alternative High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 40-59%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)10%
26%
Black
(19-20)85%
17%
White
(19-20)3%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
88%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
62%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of District 206 Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of District 206 Alternative High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend District 206 Alternative High School?
40 students attend District 206 Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of District 206 Alternative High School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does District 206 Alternative High School offer ?
District 206 Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is District 206 Alternative High School part of?
District 206 Alternative High School is part of Bloom TWP HSD 206 School District.
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