Alamosa Alternative Education School serves 43 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamosa Alternative Education School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alamosa Alternative Education School's student population of 43 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alamosa Alternative Education School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
84%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
16%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Alamosa Alternative Education School?
The graduation rate of Alamosa Alternative Education School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Alamosa Alternative Education School?
43 students attend Alamosa Alternative Education School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Alamosa Alternative Education School students are Hispanic, and 16% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alamosa Alternative Education School?
Alamosa Alternative Education School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alamosa Alternative Education School offer ?
Alamosa Alternative Education School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alamosa Alternative Education School part of?
Alamosa Alternative Education School is part of Alamosa School District No. Re-11j.
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