Worcester Alternative High School serves 36 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Worcester Alternative High School's student population of 36 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Worcester Alternative High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
67%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
11%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Worcester Alternative High School?
36 students attend Worcester Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Worcester Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worcester Alternative High School?
Worcester Alternative High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Worcester Alternative High School offer ?
Worcester Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Worcester Alternative High School part of?
Worcester Alternative High School is part of Worcester School District.
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