Alvord Alternative Continuation High

School Overview
Alvord Alternative Continuation High School, located in Riverside, California, serves as a specialized educational setting within the Alvord Unified School District. The school is specifically designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering a flexible academic path for those who need to recover credits, balance personal responsibilities, or thrive in a smaller, more personalized classroom setting. By focusing on individualized instruction and student-centered support, the school provides an essential bridge for students aiming to complete their high school graduation requirements and prepare for post-secondary success.

The school emphasizes a culture of accountability, resilience, and personal growth, working closely with families and district resources to ensure students remain on track for their diplomas. With a commitment to meeting the unique needs of every learner, Alvord Alternative Continuation High fosters an environment where students can overcome academic hurdles, develop essential life skills, and transition into productive career or college pathways. The program is an integral part of the district's mission to provide equitable opportunities for all students, regardless of the challenges they may face in a traditional comprehensive high school setting.
125
Total Students
7.2
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Alvord Alternative Continuation High
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic118
Black1
Two or More2
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    118 (94.4 %)
  • White
    3 (2.4 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Alvord Unified
Phone: (951)509-6021
Website: http://alvordschools.org/alvord
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 125
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 72
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 11 39
Grade 12 86

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Alvord Alternative Continuation High
Grade Student Count
Grade 1139
Grade 1286
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Alvord Alternative Continuation High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female5644.8%
Male6955.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)