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Alternative Educational Experience
School · Methow Valley School District
18 Twin Lakes Rd., Winthrop, WA 98862
Enrollment
28
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
28
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Alternative Educational Experience
Alternative Educational Experience is a public school in Winthrop, WA, part of the Methow Valley School District. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,597, where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Alternative Educational Experience is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Alternative Educational Experience may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 18 Twin Lakes Rd., Winthrop, WA 98862
- Website
- methow.org
- Phone
- (509) 996-9205
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
18 Twin Lakes Rd., Winthrop, WA 98862
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alternative Educational Experience may also want to explore other schools in the area. LOG CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 29.6 miles away, in nearby Brewster). Additionally, THE MASTERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Twisp). For more schools in Winthrop, see our Winthrop schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 37.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Methow Valley Elementary Winthrop | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Liberty Bell Jr Sr High Winthrop | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LITTLE STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winthrop | 2.2 mi | — |
| Methow Valley Independent Learning Center Winthrop | 5.9 mi | 6.9 |
| THE MASTERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Twisp | 6.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Pateros Elementary Pateros | 29.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Pateros High School Pateros | 29.4 mi | 6.5 |
| BREWSTER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster | 27.5 mi | — |
| Brewster Alternative School Brewster | 29.4 mi | — |
| Brewster High School Brewster | 29.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Brewster Elementary School Brewster | 29.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LOG CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster | 29.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Brewster Middle School Brewster | 29.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Bridgeport High School Bridgeport | 37.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Bridgeport Middle School Bridgeport | 37.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Bridgeport Elementary Bridgeport | 37.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Bridgeport Aurora High School Bridgeport | 37.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98862 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,597
Median Home Value
$694,800
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
3,089
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
75.2%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
55.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Alternative Educational Experience has a median household income of $59,597. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $694,800, with a median rent of $1,005/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BREWSTER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster, WA | — |
| Clark County Juvenile Detention School Vancouver, WA | — |
| Contracted Schools Lynnwood, WA | — |
| District Run Home School Forks, WA | — |
| EATON ARROWSMITH SCHOOL Redmond, WA | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Republic, WA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alternative Educational Experience
What grades does Alternative Educational Experience serve?
Alternative Educational Experience serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Alternative Educational Experience?
Alternative Educational Experience has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
Is Alternative Educational Experience a charter school?
No, Alternative Educational Experience is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alternative Educational Experience a Title I school?
No, Alternative Educational Experience is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alternative Educational Experience?
46.4% of students at Alternative Educational Experience 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (722/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Okanogan County
- Phone
- (509) 996-9205
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Methow Valley School District- District Enrollment
- 772
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,361
Other Schools in This District
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