Serving 18 students in grades 9-12, Griswold Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut 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 Connecticut state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
The diversity score of Griswold Alternative School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% CT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% CT state average).
How many students attend Griswold Alternative School?
18 students attend Griswold Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Griswold Alternative School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Griswold Alternative School?
Griswold Alternative School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Griswold Alternative School offer ?
Griswold Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Griswold Alternative School part of?
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