EXPO ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER

Expo Alternative Learning Center is a public high school that is part of the Waterloo Comm School District school district, located in Waterloo, IA with about 411 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 31 teachers, Expo Alternative Learning Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Expo Alternative Learning Center, located at 1410 Independence Ave in Waterloo, Iowa, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Waterloo Community School District. The center is designed to provide a non-traditional learning environment for students who may struggle to succeed in a conventional high school setting. By offering a smaller, more focused atmosphere, the school aims to help students overcome academic or behavioral challenges and work toward earning their high school diplomas.

The curriculum and programming at Expo are tailored to meet the individual needs of its students, emphasizing credit recovery, social-emotional support, and flexible scheduling. The center functions as an essential resource for students at risk of dropping out, providing them with the personalized attention and targeted interventions necessary to stay on track for graduation. By fostering a supportive and structured environment, Expo Alternative Learning Center works to re-engage students in their education and prepare them for success beyond the classroom.

For more information, contact Expo Alternative Learning Center at (319) 433-1930 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.