Stanislaus Alternative Charter serves 654 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanislaus Alternative Charter's student population of 654 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stanislaus Alternative Charter is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Stanislaus Alternative Charter?
The graduation rate of Stanislaus Alternative Charter is 10-14%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stanislaus Alternative Charter?
654 students attend Stanislaus Alternative Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stanislaus Alternative Charter students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanislaus Alternative Charter?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stanislaus Alternative Charter offer ?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stanislaus Alternative Charter part of?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter is part of Stanislaus Alternative Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Stanislaus Alternative Charter located?
Stanislaus Alternative Charter is located in the Downtown Modesto neighborhood of Modesto, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Modesto.
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