Serving 85 students in grades 10-12, Taunton Alternative High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taunton Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Taunton Alternative High School's student population of 85 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Taunton Alternative High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
22%
10%
White
48%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Taunton Alternative High School often compared to?
Taunton Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boston Collaborative High School, Huntington Therapeutic Day School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taunton Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Taunton Alternative High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Taunton Alternative High School?
85 students attend Taunton Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Taunton Alternative High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taunton Alternative High School?
Taunton Alternative High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Taunton Alternative High School offer ?
Taunton Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Taunton Alternative High School part of?
Taunton Alternative High School is part of Taunton School District.
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