Pender County Alternative serves 35 students in grades 4-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 49% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
35 students
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
24%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
42%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pender County Alternative?
35 students attend Pender County Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pender County Alternative students are White, and 49% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pender County Alternative?
Pender County Alternative has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pender County Alternative offer ?
Pender County Alternative offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Pender County Alternative part of?
Pender County Alternative is part of Pender County Schools.
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