Serving 92 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vineyard Alternative ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vineyard Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vineyard Alternative's student population of 92 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Vineyard Alternative ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vineyard Alternative is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3052 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ravens
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vineyard Alternative's ranking?
Vineyard Alternative is ranked #3052 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vineyard Alternative?
The graduation rate of Vineyard Alternative is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vineyard Alternative?
92 students attend Vineyard Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Vineyard Alternative students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vineyard Alternative?
Vineyard Alternative has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vineyard Alternative offer ?
Vineyard Alternative offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vineyard Alternative part of?
Vineyard Alternative is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
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