Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, Richmond Alternative ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Richmond Alternative ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Alternative is 0.13, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond Alternative?
The graduation rate of Richmond Alternative is 25-29%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richmond Alternative?
134 students attend Richmond Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Richmond Alternative students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Alternative?
Richmond Alternative has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Alternative offer ?
Richmond Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond Alternative part of?
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