Williamsport Area Alternative serves 50 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 58% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
56%
14%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Williamsport Area Alternative?
50 students attend Williamsport Area Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Williamsport Area Alternative students are Black, 42% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Williamsport Area Alternative offer ?
Williamsport Area Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Williamsport Area Alternative part of?
Williamsport Area Alternative is part of Williamsport Area School District.
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