Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 333% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (97-98)
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(97-98)n/a
n/a
Asian
(97-98)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(97-98)1%
4%
Black
(97-98)22%
27%
White
(97-98)77%
65%
Hawaiian
(97-98)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(97-98)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (97-98)
95%
24%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions How many students attend Point Option Alternative School?
112 students attend Point Option Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Point Option Alternative School students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What school district is Point Option Alternative School part of?
Point Option Alternative School is part of Newport News City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Point Option Alternative School located?
Point Option Alternative School is located in the Deer Park neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Deer Park.
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