KIMMEL ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL

Kimmel Alternative School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Altoona Area SD school district, located in Altoona, PA with about 38 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Kimmel Alternative School 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.

Kimmel Alternative School, located on S. Jaggard Street in Altoona, Pennsylvania, serves as an specialized educational facility within the Altoona Area School District. Designed to support students who may benefit from an environment different from a traditional high school setting, the school focuses on providing academic instruction and behavioral support tailored to the unique needs of its student body. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a more structured atmosphere, the program aims to help students overcome academic obstacles, improve attendance, and successfully work toward high school graduation.

The school places a strong emphasis on personal growth, accountability, and the development of essential life skills alongside its core curriculum. Faculty and staff at Kimmel work closely with students to create individualized learning plans that foster a positive educational experience, often integrating counseling and social-emotional support. Through this focused approach, the school strives to re-engage students in their learning, helping them prepare for future success whether they intend to transition back to the traditional campus or pursue post-secondary opportunities.

For more information, contact Kimmel Alternative School at (814) 946-8246 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.