Choice Middle and High School
185 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Choice Alternative School, located in Shelton, Washington, operates as a specialized educational environment designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional approach to learning. Unlike a conventional comprehensive high school, Choice provides a more flexible, personalized framework, often catering to students who have faced challenges in traditional settings or those who simply thrive in a smaller, more intimate academic community. The school focuses on meeting individual student needs through smaller class sizes, increased one-on-one interaction with staff, and a supportive culture that prioritizes student engagement and credit recovery.
The mission of Choice Alternative School is centered on fostering a sense of belonging and academic achievement for students who might otherwise be at risk of falling behind. By offering a different pace and instructional style, the school helps students navigate the requirements for high school graduation while also preparing them for life after school, whether that includes higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Through its connection to the Shelton School District, the program aims to provide a safe, structured, and encouraging environment where students can rebuild their confidence and succeed on their own terms.
The mission of Choice Alternative School is centered on fostering a sense of belonging and academic achievement for students who might otherwise be at risk of falling behind. By offering a different pace and instructional style, the school helps students navigate the requirements for high school graduation while also preparing them for life after school, whether that includes higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Through its connection to the Shelton School District, the program aims to provide a safe, structured, and encouraging environment where students can rebuild their confidence and succeed on their own terms.
185
Total Students
10.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 104 |
| Hispanic | 50 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White104 (57.5 %)
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Hispanic50 (27.6 %)
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Two or More21 (11.6 %)
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American Indian4 (2.2 %)
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Asian1 (0.6 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Shelton School District |
| Phone: | (360)426-7664 |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 185 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 10.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 118 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
7
Grade 8
11
Grade 9
20
Grade 10
41
Grade 11
44
Grade 12
62
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 7 |
| Grade 8 | 11 |
| Grade 9 | 20 |
| Grade 10 | 41 |
| Grade 11 | 44 |
| Grade 12 | 62 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 97 | 52.4% |
| Male | 84 | 45.4% |
| Not Specified | 4 | 2.2% |
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