Tuscaloosa County Alternative School served 34 students in grades 4-12.
Minority enrollment was 68% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers (00-01)
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
68%
32%
White
32%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2004-2005 (latest school year available) 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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