Tuscaloosa County Alternative School in Tuscaloosa, AL, serves grades 4 through 12 with a total enrollment of 34 students and has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch at 82%, which has remained stable in recent years.
The school's math proficiency in 2023 is 59%, which is higher than both the Alabama state average of 30% and the district average of 24%, though math scores have declined from a peak of 81% in 2019.
Reading proficiency is 70% in 2022, which is higher than the state average of 47% and the district average of 45%, showing a slight decline from 75% in 2019.
Graduation rates at the Tuscaloosa County Alternative School have consistently exceeded the state average, with a steady rate of 94% or higher from 2013 through 2023 compared to the state rate near 88%.
The student–teacher ratio is not reported due to zero recorded teachers; however, minority enrollment remains significant with 68% of students identified as Black (not Hispanic) and 32% as White (not Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers (00-01)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Black
68%
31%
White
32%
50%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Tuscaloosa County Alternative School?
34 students attend Tuscaloosa County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tuscaloosa County Alternative School students are Black, and 32% of students are White.
What grades does Tuscaloosa County Alternative School offer ?
Tuscaloosa County Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Tuscaloosa County Alternative School part of?
Tuscaloosa County Alternative School is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.
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