Assure Center Alternative School serves 25 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
76%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≥50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA 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 76% IA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Assure Center Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Assure Center Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 86%.
How many students attend Assure Center Alternative School?
25 students attend Assure Center Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Assure Center Alternative School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Assure Center Alternative School?
Assure Center Alternative School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Assure Center Alternative School offer ?
Assure Center Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Assure Center Alternative School part of?
Assure Center Alternative School is part of Washington Community School District.
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