What grades does Taunton Alternative High School serve?

Taunton Alternative High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Taunton area.

Where is Taunton Alternative High School located?

Taunton Alternative High School is a urban school in Taunton, MA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taunton Alternative High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taunton Alternative High School is 21.3:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Taunton, MA?

Schools in Taunton include Taunton Alternative High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Taunton area.

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Taunton Alternative High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Nov

Tue

PD/No SchoolStaff DayDistrict-wide

Professional development day - no school for students

Nov

Wed

Veterans DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

Early Release - Conferenceshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Early release for parent-teacher conferences

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

School VacationBreakDistrict-wide

Winter vacation/holiday break

Dec

Mon

Winter/Holiday School VacationBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

10–12

Enrollment

Student:Teacher

21.3:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Taunton

Phone

(508)844-5822

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

Math Proficiency

Graduation Rate

80-84%

Chronic Absenteeism

116.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Dual Enrollment

3 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

1 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.8:1

Worse than average in MA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

116

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

1.2

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,615

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,251

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,041

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 63%Local 23%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$503,947

+2.7% 1yr+41.4% 5yr

Providence, RI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.0%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Uninsured residents

14.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,815

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,651

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

488 (30%)

Autism

306 (19%)

Speech/Language Impairment

270 (16%)

Emotional Disturbance

148 (9%)

Other Health Impairment

127 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

82 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

Current enrollment

Declining(-14% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

PD/No School

Professional development day - no school for students

Staff Day

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Veterans Day

Veterans Day holiday - no school Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.

Holiday

Thu, Nov 19, 2026

Early Release - Conferences

Early release for parent-teacher conferences

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Taunton. Taunton Alternative High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	First day for PreK-KDistrict-wide First day of school for PreK and Kindergarten students	Event	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	First Day of School - PreK-KDistrict-wide First day of school for PreK and Kindergarten students	Event	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	No SchoolDistrict-wide No school day	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide Labor Day holiday - no school Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal day	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus DayDistrict-wide Columbus Day holiday - no school Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	PD/No SchoolDistrict-wide Professional development day - no school for students	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide Veterans Day holiday - no school Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Early Release - ConferencesDistrict-wide Early release for parent-teacher conferences	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	School VacationDistrict-wide Winter vacation/holiday break	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter/Holiday School VacationDistrict-wide School vacation - Winter Break	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide New Year's Day holiday - no school	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King DayDistrict-wide Martin Luther King Day holiday - no school Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal day	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's DayDistrict-wide President's Day holiday - no school Check the civic calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Mar 3, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal day	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good FridayDistrict-wide Good Friday holiday - no school	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Patriot's DayDistrict-wide Patriot's Day holiday - no school	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal day	half_day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide Memorial Day holiday - no school Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Sun, Jun 6, 2027	High School Senior GraduationDistrict-wide Graduation ceremony for high school seniors	Event	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Last Day PreK/KDistrict-wide Last day of school for PreK and Kindergarten students	Event	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Last Day of School - PreK/KDistrict-wide Last day of school for PreK and Kindergarten students	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Last Day 1-11/Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Last day of school for grades 1-11 with early release	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Last Day of School - Grades 1-11 / Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Last day of school for grades 1-11 with early release (no snow days)	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth ObservedDistrict-wide Juneteenth holiday observed - no school	Holiday	—
Sat, Jun 19, 2027	JuneteenthDistrict-wide Juneteenth holiday - no school	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 25, 2027	185th DayDistrict-wide 185th day of school year	Event	—
Fri, Jun 25, 2027	185th School DayDistrict-wide 185th day of the school year	Event	—