Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Alternative Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (22-23)
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
43%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
43%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)≥50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Alternative Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Sierra Alternative Learning Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 83%.
How many students attend Sierra Alternative Learning Academy?
7 students attend Sierra Alternative Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sierra Alternative Learning Academy students are American Indian, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Sierra Alternative Learning Academy offer ?
Sierra Alternative Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sierra Alternative Learning Academy part of?
Sierra Alternative Learning Academy is part of Lone Pine Unified School District.
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