River Valley Alternative High School serves 10 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
80%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend River Valley Alternative High School?
10 students attend River Valley Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of River Valley Alternative High School students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley Alternative High School?
River Valley Alternative High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Valley Alternative High School offer ?
River Valley Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is River Valley Alternative High School part of?
River Valley Alternative High School is part of River Valley Community School District.
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