Serving 44 students in grades 5-12, Johnson Alternative Learning Center ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Alternative Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Johnson Alternative Learning Center's student population of 44 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson Alternative Learning Center ranks within the top 10% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Alternative Learning Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 1721 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
13%
Black
77%
21%
White
5%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Alternative Learning Center's ranking?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center is ranked #152 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Johnson Alternative Learning Center often compared to?
Johnson Alternative Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Transitions At Bass, W.a. Bass Alternative Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Johnson Alternative Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 89%.
How many students attend Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
44 students attend Johnson Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Johnson Alternative Learning Center students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnson Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Johnson Alternative Learning Center part of?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Johnson Alternative Learning Center located?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center is located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Chestnut Hill.
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