Serving 104 students in grades 4-12, Wilson Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilson Alternative School's student population of 104 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson Alternative School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Alternative School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3170 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
60%
17%
White
14%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Alternative School's ranking?
Wilson Alternative School is ranked #3170 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Wilson Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Wilson Alternative School?
104 students attend Wilson Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wilson Alternative School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Alternative School?
Wilson Alternative School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Alternative School offer ?
Wilson Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Alternative School part of?
Wilson Alternative School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Alternative School located?
Wilson Alternative School is located in the Lansingville neighborhood of Youngstown, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Lansingville.
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