PROSPECTS HIGH (ALTERNATIVE)

Prospects High (Alternative) is a public school that is part of the Antioch Unified school district, located in Antioch, CA with about 335 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Prospects High (Alternative) has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Prospects High School, located in Antioch, California, is an alternative education campus within the Antioch Unified School District designed to support students who may not thrive in a traditional comprehensive high school setting. The school focuses on providing a flexible, personalized academic environment aimed at helping students recover credits, stay on track for graduation, and develop the necessary skills to transition successfully into post-secondary education or the workforce. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a more intimate campus culture, Prospects High emphasizes individualized attention and intentional support from staff to meet the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of its student body.

The program at Prospects is typically geared toward students who need a non-traditional approach to learning, whether due to credit deficiencies, a need for a more supportive community, or a desire for a different educational pace. The school utilizes a curriculum that balances rigorous academic requirements with targeted interventions, ensuring that students remain engaged and motivated. Through a combination of focused coursework and a supportive school climate, Prospects High strives to empower its students to overcome barriers, rebuild their academic confidence, and ultimately earn their high school diplomas.

For more information, contact Prospects High (Alternative) at (925) 779-7490 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.