Bostrom Alternative Center

Bostrom Alternative Center

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3535 N 27th Ave,  Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix Union High School District
4.1
5.0
158 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Alvin Watson
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
5%
Average GPA
2.71
Graduation Rate
22%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
2.71
Reading Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
31
Full Time Teachers
31
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.8%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
4%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
384:1

Student Diversity

Male
57.8%
Female
42.2%
Hispanic
78.5%
Black
13.8%
White
2.8%
Native American
2.4%
Two or more races
2.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 19 Students
Northern Arizona University 16 Students
Phoenix College 15 Students
Grand Canyon University 14 Students
University of Arizona 9 Students
University of New Mexico 8 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 7 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 6 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus 5 Students
GateWay Community College - Phoenix 5 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 4 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 3 Students
Psychology 2 Students
Criminology 2 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 2 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 2 Students
Computer Programming 2 Students
Health Service Preparatory Studies 2 Students
Medical Assistant 2 Students
Kindergarten and Preschool Education 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 14 Reviews
2.0 NicheUser
12/17/2013
Its a little school I think they just have a basketball teem.
3.0 NicheUser
12/17/2013
This school allows you to go to a different school for extracurricular.
4.0 NicheUser
9/5/2013
The administration are a great group of people they interact with the students and get involved with clubs and sleep sure the students are comfortable and secure while getting their education.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 3 Reviews
5.0 student
4/13/2011
Bostrom was the last chance for me and several friends I made while there. While being known as "the last chance school"...my family and I were pleasantly surprised as I continued to do well....and finish high school earlier than expected! I graduated my junior year and was student body president my...
5.0 other
8/26/2009
5.0 parent
5/31/2009

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Bostrom Alternative Center is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Phoenix Union High School District in Arizona. The school has a total enrollment of 158 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 5% are proficient in reading. Bostrom Alternative Center has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 2.71, and the graduation rate is 22%. The average home value in this area is $475,391. Discover additional schools in the area, like Metro Tech High School, Pxu City, Alhambra High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bostrom Alternative Center.

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