Serving 25 students in grades 6-12, Randolph County Alternative Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randolph County Alternative Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Randolph County Alternative Center's student population of 25 students has grown by 127% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Randolph County Alternative Center ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Randolph County Alternative Center is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
30%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Randolph County Alternative Center's ranking?
Randolph County Alternative Center is ranked #100 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Randolph County Alternative Center?
25 students attend Randolph County Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Randolph County Alternative Center students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Randolph County Alternative Center?
Randolph County Alternative Center has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Randolph County Alternative Center offer ?
Randolph County Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Randolph County Alternative Center part of?
Randolph County Alternative Center is part of Randolph County Schools School District.
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