Chariho Alternative Learning A

Summary:

Chariho Alternative Learning A is a small public alternative school serving grades 2-12 with just 64 students in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island. As part of the Chariho School District, which is ranked 20th out of 60 districts in the state, this school faces some unique challenges compared to its peers.

One key differentiator is the school's consistently low test scores, with only 9.5% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 45.7% in the overall Chariho district. Additionally, Chariho Alternative Learning A serves a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with 50-59% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, the school does have a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 6.1 to 6.4 over the past three years, which may allow for more individualized attention.

Another interesting finding is the school's high per-student spending of $42,932 in the 2017-2018 school year, which is significantly higher than the typical per-student spending in Rhode Island. This raises questions about how these resources are being utilized and whether they are translating into improved academic outcomes for the students. Overall, Chariho Alternative Learning A faces unique challenges in serving its diverse student population, but the small class sizes and high per-student spending suggest potential strengths that could be leveraged to support student success.


Detail:

Public, Alternative 2-12

 455C Switch Road
       Wood River Junction, RI  02894


(401) 315-2880

District: Chariho

SchoolDigger Rank:
48th of 61 Rhode Island Alternative Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  6.4 Help
Number of students:  64

Racial breakdown:

White:
84.4%
Hispanic:
7.8%
African American:
4.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  59.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Chariho Alternative Learning A is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2021 the calculated Average Standard Score was 11.88. (See more...)
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Compare Details Chariho Alternative Learning A ranks worse than 78.7% of high schools in Rhode Island. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 14.52. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (84.4%), Hispanic (7.8%), African American (4.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 59.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Chariho Alternative Learning A is 6.4. (See more...)
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Compare Chariho Alternative Learning A employs 9.9 full-time teachers.
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Schooldigger Rankings:

Chariho Alternative Learning A was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Chariho Alternative Learning A 48th of 61 Rhode Island public high schools. (See Chariho Alternative Learning A in the ranking list.)

Chariho:

SchoolDigger ranks Chariho 20th of 60 Rhode Island school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Chariho Alternative Learning A

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools RI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 11.88 53rd 62 14.5%
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Data source: test scores: Rhode Island Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Chariho Alternative Learning A

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Rank History for all high school students at Chariho Alternative Learning A

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools RI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2014 4.96 46th 47 2.1%
2022 10.20 50th 59 15.3%
2024 14.52 48th 61 21.3%
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Rank History for high school Male students at Chariho Alternative Learning A

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools RI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 16.19 43rd 57 24.6%
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Rank History for high school White students at Chariho Alternative Learning A

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools RI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 1.42 41st 42 2.4%
2024 4.33 42nd 43 2.3%
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Data source: test scores: Rhode Island Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Chariho Alternative Learning A Test Scores
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Enrollment information for Chariho Alternative Learning A

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2004 n/a 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 0
2005 50 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 51
2006 46 0 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 48
2007 37 2 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 41
2008 46 3 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 51
2009 43 3 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 48
2010 36 3 0 4 4 n/a n/a 0 47
2011 34 3 0 3 1 0 2 0 43
2012 38 3 1 1 0 0 1 0 44
2013 34 3 1 1 0 0 2 0 41
2014 33 2 1 4 0 0 2 0 42
2015 32 0 1 4 0 0 2 0 39
2016 45 1 1 3 2 0 3 0 55
2017 47 1 1 5 5 0 2 0 61
2018 31 0 0 5 4 0 2 0 42
2019 38 1 0 4 5 0 4 0 52
2020 44 2 0 5 4 0 1 0 56
2021 50 2 0 5 3 0 1 0 61
2022 48 2 1 5 2 0 4 0 62
2023 54 3 1 5 0 0 1 0 64

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Chariho Alternative Learning A

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 0 n/a n/a n/a
2005 51 5.9 8.6 37.3
2006 48 9.0 5.3 43.8
2007 41 8.0 5.1 41.5
2008 51 10.5 4.9 43.1
2009 48 10.5 3.6 47.9
2010 47 11.5 4.0 55.3
2011 43 11.2 3.8 51.2
2012 44 11.0 4.0 54.5
2013 41 4.8 8.5 56.1
2014 42 4.2 10.0 54.8
2015 39 8.0 4.8 59
2016 55 10.0 5.5 52.7
2017 61 10.0 6.1 50.8
2018 42 10.1 4.1 54.8
2019 52 10.1 5.1 63.5
2020 56 10.1 5.5 57.1
2021 61 9.9 6.1 59
2022 62 9.9 6.2 50
2023 64 9.9 6.4 59.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Chariho Alternative Learning A

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 0 n/a n/a n/a
2005 51 5.9 8.6 37.3
2006 48 9.0 5.3 43.8
2007 41 8.0 5.1 41.5
2008 51 10.5 4.9 43.1
2009 48 10.5 3.6 47.9
2010 47 11.5 4.0 55.3
2011 43 11.2 3.8 51.2
2012 44 11.0 4.0 54.5
2013 41 4.8 8.5 56.1
2014 42 4.2 10.0 54.8
2015 39 8.0 4.8 59
2016 55 10.0 5.5 52.7
2017 61 10.0 6.1 50.8
2018 42 10.1 4.1 54.8
2019 52 10.1 5.1 63.5
2020 56 10.1 5.5 57.1
2021 61 9.9 6.1 59
2022 62 9.9 6.2 50
2023 64 9.9 6.4 59.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Chariho Alternative Learning A

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018 $00 (0.0%) $42,932 (100.0%) $42,932

Data source: Rhode Island Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Chariho Alternative Learning A

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Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students5264
 23.1%
African American13
 200%
American Indian50
 100%
Asian01
Hispanic45
 25%
Pacific Islander00
White3854
 42.1%
Two or More Races41
 75%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients63.5%59.4%
 4.1%


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Chariho Alternative Learning A ranks in the bottom 21.3% of Rhode Island alternative schools.

Students at Chariho Alternative Learning A are 84% White, 8% Hispanic, 5% African American, 2% Asian, 2% Two or more races.

In the 2022-23 school year, 64 students attended Chariho Alternative Learning A.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Rhode Island Department of Education.

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