School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students (19-20)
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
26%
Black
(19-20)n/a
17%
White
(19-20)92%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)8%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
88%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Taylorville Alternative School?
26 students attend Taylorville Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Taylorville Alternative School students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Taylorville Alternative School offer ?
Taylorville Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Taylorville Alternative School part of?
Taylorville Alternative School is part of Taylorville Community Unit School District 3.
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