Welcoming Alternative School serves 30 students in grades 2-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 was lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
39%
25%
Black
32%
10%
White
24%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Welcoming Alternative School?
30 students attend Welcoming Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Welcoming Alternative School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welcoming Alternative School?
Welcoming Alternative School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Welcoming Alternative School offer ?
Welcoming Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is Welcoming Alternative School part of?
Welcoming Alternative School is part of Lynn School District.
Recent Articles
Public School Rankings: Are They Accurate?
Explore how accurate public school rankings really are, their limitations, and how parents can interpret them in 2026.
Public School Schedule Options Explained for Families
Learn how public school schedule options like year-round calendars, block scheduling, and later start times affect students and families in 2026.
How to Request Special Education Services at School Registration
A step-by-step guide for families on how to request special education services at school registration, including IEPs, 504 plans, timelines, and tips.
