Alternative Middle School serves 87 students in grades 5-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative Middle School?
87 students attend Alternative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alternative Middle School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative Middle School?
Alternative Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alternative Middle School offer ?
Alternative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Alternative Middle School part of?
Alternative Middle School is part of East St Louis School District 189.
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