Career and College Academy

School Overview
Walworth County Education Alternative High School, located in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, serves as a specialized educational environment designed to support students who may not thrive in a traditional high school setting. By offering a smaller, more personalized atmosphere, the school focuses on re-engaging students through individualized learning plans and credit recovery programs. Its primary goal is to provide a structured yet flexible path toward graduation, helping students overcome academic or personal obstacles to successfully earn their high school diplomas.

The school emphasizes a supportive culture that prioritizes student-teacher relationships and character development. Rather than following a one-size-fits-all curriculum, the staff at Walworth County Education Alternative works closely with each student to identify their unique needs, strengths, and career aspirations. By fostering a sense of community and providing targeted intervention, the school serves as a vital bridge for students, ensuring they are equipped with the academic credentials and life skills necessary to transition into post-secondary education, the workforce, or vocational training.
190
Total Students
8.0
Full-Time Teachers
23.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Career and College Academy
Demographic Student Count
White148
Hispanic31
Black2
Asian1
Two or More7
American Indian1
  • White
    148 (77.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    31 (16.3 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (3.7 %)
  • Black
    2 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Elkhorn Area School District
Phone: (262)564-2970
Website: http://cca.elkhornschools.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 190
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 8.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 87
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7
Grades Taught
Grade 6 1
Grade 8 3
Grade 9 16
Grade 10 39
Grade 11 55
Grade 12 76

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Career and College Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 61
Grade 83
Grade 916
Grade 1039
Grade 1155
Grade 1276
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Career and College Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female8544.7%
Male10555.3%