Paec Alternative High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Total Students (19-20)
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
Hispanic
(19-20)31%
26%
Black
(19-20)66%
17%
White
(19-20)3%
48%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
18%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Paec Alternative High School often compared to?
Paec Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Proviso Area Except Child Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Paec Alternative High School?
74 students attend Paec Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Paec Alternative High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What school district is Paec Alternative High School part of?
Paec Alternative High School is part of Proviso Area Exceptional Child School District.
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