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Wilson Alternative School

School · Youngstown City

2725 Gibson St, Youngstown, OH 44502

Enrollment

95

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

3rd – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,875 of 3,441

In Youngstown

#18 of 38

public schools

In district

#4 of 15

Youngstown City

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wilson Alternative School

6.2/10

School in Youngstown · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mahoning County High School

7.3/10

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About Wilson Alternative School

Wilson Alternative School is a public school in Youngstown, OH, part of Youngstown City. Wilson Alternative School serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilson Alternative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,875 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wilson Alternative School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 95 students, Wilson Alternative 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 Wilson Alternative 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Wilson Alternative School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,791

Wilson Alternative School — Students at Wilson Alternative School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 11.8% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Wilson Alternative School Compares

See how Wilson Alternative School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in OH
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2725 Gibson St, Youngstown, OH 44502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilson Alternative School may also want to explore other schools in the area. POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM SCHOOL OF AUTISM (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARDINAL MOONEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mahoning County High School (rated 7.3/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Mahoning County High School Youngstown 0.0 mi 7.3
Youngstown Virtual Academy Youngstown 0.0 mi 3.1
Taft Elementary School Youngstown 0.3 mi 2.7
POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM SCHOOL OF AUTISM Youngstown 0.3 mi 8.8
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown Youngstown 0.4 mi 4.6
CARDINAL MOONEY HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown 0.5 mi 7.9
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown Youngstown 0.9 mi 4.8
Rayen Early College Middle School Youngstown 1.2 mi 5.9
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown Youngstown 1.1 mi 2.4
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown 1.2 mi 7.2
Southside Academy Youngstown 1.4 mi 6.3
Youngstown Community School Youngstown 1.5 mi 3.9
Robinwood Lane Elementary School Youngstown 1.8 mi 7.2
Youngstown Academy of Excellence Youngstown 1.7 mi 6.2
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - THE LEWIS CENTER Youngstown 1.9 mi 5.7
Choffin Career Cntr Youngstown 2.0 mi 5.4
ACLD SCHOOL Youngstown 2.0 mi 7.3
Youngstown Preparatory Academy Youngstown 2.1 mi 3.5
Paul C Bunn Elementary School Youngstown 1.9 mi 5.1
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE MAHONING VALLEY Youngstown 1.8 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,259

Median Home Value

$37,500

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

9,369

College Educated

8.6%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

44.9%

Median Age

29.6

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FAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Washington Court House, OH 6.4
GOSPEL HAVEN ACADEMY Millersburg, OH 6.5
Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma, OH 5.9
ANTRIM MENNONITE SCHOOL Freeport, OH 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilson Alternative School

What grades does Wilson Alternative School serve?

Wilson Alternative School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.

How many students attend Wilson Alternative School?

Wilson Alternative School has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilson Alternative School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilson Alternative School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilson Alternative School rank in OH?

Wilson Alternative School ranks #1,875 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Wilson Alternative School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilson Alternative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Wilson Alternative School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilson Alternative School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

Is Wilson Alternative School a charter school?

No, Wilson Alternative School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wilson Alternative School a Title I school?

No, Wilson Alternative School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mahoning County

District

Youngstown City
District Enrollment
4,455
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,791
District Rank
#4 of 15

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