West Alternative Middle School serves 38 students in grades 7-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
45%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
52%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Alternative Middle School?
38 students attend West Alternative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Alternative Middle School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Alternative Middle School?
West Alternative Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Alternative Middle School offer ?
West Alternative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Alternative Middle School part of?
West Alternative Middle School is part of Nampa School District.
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