Average
#307 of 451 schools in ND
Community Alternative High School
High School · GRAND FORKS 1
500 Stanford Road, Grand Forks, ND 58203
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#307 of 451
In Grand Forks
#12 of 16
public schools
In district
#14 of 18
GRAND FORKS 1
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Community Alternative High School
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About Community Alternative High School
Community Alternative High School is a public high school in Grand Forks, ND, part of GRAND FORKS 1. Community Alternative High School serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Community Alternative High School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- ND avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Community Alternative High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Community Alternative High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Community Alternative High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Community Alternative High School — Students at Community Alternative High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Community Alternative High School Compares
See how Community Alternative High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Stanford Road, Grand Forks, ND 58203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RED RIVER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grand Forks, see our Grand Forks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE AGASSIZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| CENTURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| RED RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| WINSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| WILDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY ST. MARYS SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PHOENIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY East Grand Forks | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHROEDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| J NELSON KELLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Grand Forks | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| PRAIRIE VOYAGER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,905
Median Home Value
$202,500
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
16,308
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
28.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PINGREE-BUCHANAN HIGH SCHOOL Pingree, ND | 5.4 |
| MAX HIGH SCHOOL Max, ND | 5.5 |
| MEDINA HIGH SCHOOL Medina, ND | 5.6 |
| SOURIS RIVER CAMPUS ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Minot, ND | 4.9 |
| LAMOURE HIGH SCHOOL Lamoure, ND | 5.7 |
| GRIGGS COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Cooperstown, ND | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Alternative High School
What grades does Community Alternative High School serve?
Community Alternative High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Community Alternative High School?
Community Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Alternative High School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community Alternative High School rank in ND?
Community Alternative High School ranks #307 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Community Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Community Alternative High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Alternative High School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Community Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Community Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Community Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Alternative High School?
42.7% of students at Community Alternative High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Grand Forks County
- Phone
- (701) 795-2777
- 4-Year Graduation
- 42.0%
Resources & Links
District
GRAND FORKS 1- District Enrollment
- 7,572
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,267
- District Rank
- #14 of 18
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