Serving 22 students in grades 9-12, Willingboro Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 was lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
91%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted59.1%
13.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Willingboro Alternative School?
22 students attend Willingboro Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Willingboro Alternative School students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willingboro Alternative School?
Willingboro Alternative School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willingboro Alternative School offer ?
Willingboro Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willingboro Alternative School part of?
Willingboro Alternative School is part of Willingboro Public School District.
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