Bostrom Alternative Center

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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
18:1
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
5%
Average GPA
2.66
Graduation Rate
22%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
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
2.66
Reading Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
17
Full Time Teachers
17
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
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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
58.6%
Female
41.4%
Economically disadvantaged
95.7%
Hispanic
79.8%
Male
58.6%
Female
41.4%
Limited English proficient
25.2%
Black
14.9%

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 15 Students
Phoenix College 12 Students
Northern Arizona University 11 Students
Grand Canyon University 10 Students
University of Arizona 8 Students
University of New Mexico 7 Students
California State University - Northridge 6 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 4 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 4 Students
Mesa Community College 4 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 3 Students
Nursing 3 Students
Criminology 2 Students
Small Business Management 2 Students
Dental Hygiene 2 Students
Computer Programming 2 Students
Medical Assistant 2 Students
Kindergarten and Preschool Education 2 Students
Architecture 1 Students
Anthropology 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 15 Reviews
5.0 Senior
9/21/2025
Bostrom High School has probably the most caring staff and faculty I've ever experienced. The safety team makes me feel safe when I enter and exit campus, the teachers genuinely care about the wellbeing of students, and I've never felt this happy going to school.
5.0 Junior
4/3/2018
It is a small campus with great teachers whom are easy to approach when you need it. They have such a great counselor that is always thee for everyone when they need it. It doesn't matter if it's personal or school wise.
2.0 Niche User
12/17/2013
Its a little school I think they just have a basketball teem.
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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 158 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. 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 2.66, and the graduation rate is 22%. The average home value in this area is $474,019. Discover additional schools in the area, like Desiderata, Metro Tech High School, PXU City, 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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