Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (00-01)
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(00-01)n/a
n/a
Asian
(00-01)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(00-01)n/a
5%
Black
(00-01)68%
27%
White
(00-01)32%
64%
Hawaiian
(00-01)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(00-01)n/a
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Turlington Woods Alternative?
90 students attend Turlington Woods Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Turlington Woods Alternative students are Black, and 32% of students are White.
What school district is Turlington Woods Alternative part of?
Turlington Woods Alternative is part of Suffolk City School District.
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