Hillsdale Alternative Middle School serves 30 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 77% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
77%
32%
White
23%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hillsdale Alternative Middle School?
30 students attend Hillsdale Alternative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hillsdale Alternative Middle School students are Black, and 23% of students are White.
What grades does Hillsdale Alternative Middle School offer ?
Hillsdale Alternative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillsdale Alternative Middle School part of?
Hillsdale Alternative Middle School is part of Mobile County School District.
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