Taft Alternative School serves 22 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
9%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Taft Alternative School?
22 students attend Taft Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Taft Alternative School students are White, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft Alternative School?
Taft Alternative School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taft Alternative School offer ?
Taft Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Taft Alternative School part of?
Taft Alternative School is part of Cedar Rapids Community School District.
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