Peoria Alternative School serves 83 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 59% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
53%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Peoria Alternative School?
83 students attend Peoria Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Peoria Alternative School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peoria Alternative School?
Peoria Alternative School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peoria Alternative School offer ?
Peoria Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Peoria Alternative School part of?
Peoria Alternative School is part of Peoria School District 150.
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