Nakina Alternative serves 20 students in grades 6-10.
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 was lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 75% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
75%
25%
White
25%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nakina Alternative?
20 students attend Nakina Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Nakina Alternative students are Black, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nakina Alternative?
Nakina Alternative has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nakina Alternative offer ?
Nakina Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Nakina Alternative part of?
Nakina Alternative is part of Columbus County Schools.
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