Community Alternative Learning Center serves 141 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Alternative Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Community Alternative Learning Center's student population of 141 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Community Alternative Learning Center is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
21%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Community Alternative Learning Center?
141 students attend Community Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Community Alternative Learning Center students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Alternative Learning Center?
Community Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Community Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Community Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Community Alternative Learning Center part of?
Community Alternative Learning Center is part of Forest Grove SD 15 School District.
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