ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR.
ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. is a public high school that is part of the DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE school district, located in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 14 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.
The Alternative Resource Center (ARC), located at 3100 Main St in Kansas City, Missouri, functions as a specialized educational facility designed to provide non-traditional learning pathways for students who may not thrive in a conventional classroom environment. As an alternative setting, the center is typically focused on providing personalized academic support, credit recovery, or behavioral interventions. Its mission generally centers on re-engaging students who are at risk of dropping out, offering a more flexible structure that caters to individual needs, pace, and academic goals.
By operating in a smaller, more focused environment, the Alternative Resource Center aims to remove common barriers to success found in larger, comprehensive schools. The staff at such facilities often work closely with students to create individualized education plans, focusing not only on core academic subjects but also on social-emotional development and post-secondary preparation. Ultimately, the center serves as a critical support system within the Kansas City community, providing the necessary resources for students to overcome personal or academic challenges and work toward high school graduation.
For more information, contact ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. at (816) 759-4662 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
KANSAS CITY, MO 64111
(816) 759-4662
ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. is a public school in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 14 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
-
High School
(Alternative Education School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
- Total Students:
- 14
- Teachers:
- 2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 14 students
- Black or African American
- 64.3%
- White
- 35.7%
- Female
- 14.3%
- Male
- 85.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.