Serving 192 students in grades 11-12, Choices Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio 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 lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Choices Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Choices Alternative School's student population of 192 students has grown by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 9, 2026
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Choices Alternative School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Choices Alternative School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2300 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
42%
17%
White
33%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Choices Alternative School's ranking?
Choices Alternative School is ranked #2300 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Choices Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Choices Alternative School is 20-24%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Choices Alternative School?
192 students attend Choices Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Choices Alternative School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Choices Alternative School?
Choices Alternative School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Choices Alternative School offer ?
Choices Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Choices Alternative School part of?
Choices Alternative School is part of Canton City School District.
School Reviews
4 9/22/2020
My name is Shawna Vankirk im 17 years old, I'm a junior in highschool and im looking for a better opportunity. I struggle in school very much and I feel myself falling and I don't want to fail. I feel like this school could help some with that because I need one-on-one help and I do not get that currently where I'm at I've struggled for going on three years now. I enjoy art and I absolutely love writing.
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