Serving 11 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Santee Alternative ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santee Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Santee Alternative's student population of 11 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
11 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Santee Alternative ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santee Alternative is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1805 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
55%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santee Alternative's ranking?
Santee Alternative is ranked #1805 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santee Alternative?
11 students attend Santee Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Santee Alternative students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santee Alternative?
Santee Alternative has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santee Alternative offer ?
Santee Alternative offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Santee Alternative part of?
Santee Alternative is part of Santee School District.
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