Middle Years Altern School serves 20 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 90% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
90%
14%
White
10%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Middle Years Altern School?
20 students attend Middle Years Altern School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Middle Years Altern School students are Black, and 10% of students are White.
What grades does Middle Years Altern School offer ?
Middle Years Altern School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middle Years Altern School part of?
Middle Years Altern School is part of Cheltenham School District.
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