Far West Alternative Education serves 104 students in grades 3-9.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-9
Total Students
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Far West Alternative Education?
104 students attend Far West Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Far West Alternative Education students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Far West Alternative Education offer ?
Far West Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 3-9
What school district is Far West Alternative Education part of?
Far West Alternative Education is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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