Gadsden City Alternative School, a Gadsden, AL alternative school serving grades 6–12, had a graduation rate of 80% in 2023, lower than the state average of 88% and the district average of 84%.
Math proficiency was reported at 75%, higher than the state average of 30% and the district average of 22% in 2023, with proficiency declining from 97% in 2012 to 75% in 2023.
Reading proficiency stood at 85%, higher than the state average of 47% and district average of 39% in 2022, but showed a decline from 97% in 2011 to 85% in 2022.
Science proficiency was 70% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38% and district average of 26%, showing improvement from 60% in 2021.
Enrollment, teacher count, and student–teacher ratio data were not reported between 2005 and 2023, and the school participates in the National School Lunch Program as a Title I eligible school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Downtown Educational Center offer ?
Downtown Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Downtown Educational Center part of?
Downtown Educational Center is part of Gadsden City School District.
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