The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 70%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (12-13)
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤20%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤20%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Asian
(12-13)n/a
8%
Hispanic
(12-13)9%
20%
Black
(12-13)9%
5%
White
(12-13)82%
59%
Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(12-13)n/a
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% WA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% WA state average).
How many students attend Elementary Alternative Center?
11 students attend Elementary Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Elementary Alternative Center students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What grades does Elementary Alternative Center offer ?
Elementary Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Elementary Alternative Center part of?
Elementary Alternative Center is part of Clarkston School District.
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