Park City Alternative serves 87 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
55%
31%
Black
39%
12%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (99-00)
93%
19%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Park City Alternative?
87 students attend Park City Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Park City Alternative students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Park City Alternative offer ?
Park City Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Park City Alternative part of?
Park City Alternative is part of Bridgeport School District.
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