ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER

Alternative Learning Center is a Title I public school that is part of the San Bernardino City Unified school district, located in Highland, CA with about 35 students offering grade levels from 1st 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 3 teachers, Alternative Learning Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

The Alternative Learning Center (ALC) in Highland, California, functions as a specialized educational facility within the San Bernardino City Unified School District. Designed to support students who may not thrive in a traditional comprehensive high school environment, the center focuses on providing a personalized academic experience. It typically serves students who require credit recovery, flexible scheduling, or a more focused, small-group setting to successfully meet graduation requirements and achieve their academic goals.

By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere, the Alternative Learning Center aims to re-engage students who have faced obstacles in their educational journey. The staff emphasizes individualized instruction and social-emotional development, ensuring that each student has the resources and guidance necessary to transition toward a high school diploma or vocational pathway. The school’s location on E. Pacific St. serves as a hub for students across the district seeking a structured, alternative path toward future success.

For more information, contact Alternative Learning Center at (909) 388-6221 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.