The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
28 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
32%
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)25%
17%
White
(19-20)75%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
57%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clintn/Jeffrsn/Marin/Washngtn Regional Office Of Education School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mt Vernon Alternative School?
28 students attend Mt Vernon Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mt Vernon Alternative School students are White, and 25% of students are Black.
What grades does Mt Vernon Alternative School offer ?
Mt Vernon Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Mt Vernon Alternative School part of?
Mt Vernon Alternative School is part of Clintn/Jeffrsn/Marin/Washngtn Regional Office Of Education School District.
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