Serving 56 students in grades 6-12, Burlington County Alternative High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington County Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Burlington County Alternative High School's student population of 56 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burlington County Alternative High School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
14%
34%
Black
23%
14%
White
61%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Burlington County Alternative High School often compared to?
Burlington County Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Regional School, Cherry Hill Regional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Burlington County Alternative High School?
56 students attend Burlington County Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Burlington County Alternative High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Burlington County Alternative High School offer ?
Burlington County Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington County Alternative High School part of?
Burlington County Alternative High School is part of Burlington County Special Services School District.
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