Al Kennedy Alternative High School is a public alternative high school in Cottage Grove, Oregon, United States. The curriculum is organized around the core theme of sustainability and stewardship.
Serving 62 students in grades 9-12, Al Kennedy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon 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 higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Al Kennedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Al Kennedy High School's student population of 62 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Al Kennedy High School is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
77%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Al Kennedy High School often compared to?
Al Kennedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alliance High 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 31% OR state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Al Kennedy High School?
The graduation rate of Al Kennedy High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Al Kennedy High School?
62 students attend Al Kennedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Al Kennedy High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Al Kennedy High School?
Al Kennedy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Al Kennedy High School offer ?
Al Kennedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Al Kennedy High School part of?
Al Kennedy High School is part of South Lane SD 45j3 School District.
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