PACE ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL

Pace Alternative High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Wapato School District school district, located in Wapato, WA with about 80 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 6 teachers, Pace Alternative High School 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.

Pace Alternative High School, located in Wapato, Washington, serves as a specialized educational environment designed for students who may struggle to thrive in a traditional comprehensive high school setting. As an alternative program, the school focuses on providing a more flexible, individualized approach to learning, often catering to students who need credit recovery, smaller class sizes, or a non-traditional schedule to complete their graduation requirements. By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere, the school aims to help students overcome personal or academic hurdles to successfully earn their diplomas.

The curriculum at Pace is structured to ensure that students meet state standards while accommodating diverse learning paces and styles. Beyond core academic instruction, the school typically emphasizes social-emotional support, mentorship, and vocational pathways to help prepare students for life after high school—whether that involves entering the workforce, technical training, or higher education. Situated within the Wapato School District, Pace plays a vital role in the community by providing a critical "safety net" that prevents students from falling through the cracks and ensures that all youth have access to a path toward graduation.

For more information, contact Pace Alternative High School at (509) 877-6138 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.