Serving 9 students in grades 6-12, Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alternative School's student population of 9 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
33%
34%
Black
45%
15%
White
22%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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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 42% NJ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alternative School?
9 students attend Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Alternative School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 22% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative School?
Alternative School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alternative School offer ?
Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alternative School part of?
Alternative School is part of Salem County Special Services School District.
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