Alternative High School serves 13 students in grades 9-11.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)8%
5%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
23%
Black
(15-16)7%
13%
White
(15-16)85%
56%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative High School?
13 students attend Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Alternative High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative High School?
Alternative High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alternative High School offer ?
Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Alternative High School part of?
Alternative High School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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