Alternative Program Central serves 12 students in grades 4-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative Program Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alternative Program Central's student population of 12 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Program Central is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
25%
21%
White
17%
34%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alternative Program Central?
The graduation rate of Alternative Program Central is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alternative Program Central?
12 students attend Alternative Program Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alternative Program Central students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative Program Central?
Alternative Program Central has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alternative Program Central offer ?
Alternative Program Central offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alternative Program Central part of?
Alternative Program Central is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Program Central located?
Alternative Program Central is located in the Northwood neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL.
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