Serving 147 students in grades 9-12, Burlington Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% IA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burlington Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Burlington Alternative School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 88%.
How many students attend Burlington Alternative School?
147 students attend Burlington Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Burlington Alternative School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlington Alternative School?
Burlington Alternative School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burlington Alternative School offer ?
Burlington Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burlington Alternative School part of?
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