Serving 137 students in grades 10-12, Choices Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Choices Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Choices Alternative School's student population of 137 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Choices Alternative School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
45%
17%
White
35%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Choices Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Choices Alternative School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Choices Alternative School?
137 students attend Choices Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Choices Alternative School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Choices Alternative School?
Choices Alternative School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Choices Alternative School offer ?
Choices Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Choices Alternative School part of?
Choices Alternative School is part of Canton City School District.
School Reviews
4 9/22/2020
My name is Shawna Vankirk im 17 years old, I'm a junior in highschool and im looking for a better opportunity. I struggle in school very much and I feel myself falling and I don't want to fail. I feel like this school could help some with that because I need one-on-one help and I do not get that currently where I'm at I've struggled for going on three years now. I enjoy art and I absolutely love writing.
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