Career and College Academy

School Overview
Walworth County Education Alternative High School, located in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, serves as a specialized educational environment designed to support students who may not thrive in a traditional high school setting. By offering a smaller, more personalized atmosphere, the school focuses on re-engaging students through individualized learning plans and credit recovery programs. Its primary goal is to provide a structured yet flexible path toward graduation, helping students overcome academic or personal obstacles to successfully earn their high school diplomas.

The school emphasizes a supportive culture that prioritizes student-teacher relationships and character development. Rather than following a one-size-fits-all curriculum, the staff at Walworth County Education Alternative works closely with each student to identify their unique needs, strengths, and career aspirations. By fostering a sense of community and providing targeted intervention, the school serves as a vital bridge for students, ensuring they are equipped with the academic credentials and life skills necessary to transition into post-secondary education, the workforce, or vocational training.
246
Total Students
9.5
Full-Time Teachers
25.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Career and College Academy
Demographic Student Count
White195
Hispanic33
Black5
Asian1
Two or More9
American Indian3
  • White
    195 (79.3%)
  • Hispanic
    33 (13.4%)
  • Two or More
    9 (3.7%)
  • Black
    5 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    3 (1.2%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Elkhorn Area School District
Phone: (262)564-2970
Website: http://cca.elkhornschools.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 246
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 25.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 87
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7
Grades Taught
Grade 8 1
Grade 9 48
Grade 10 53
Grade 11 67
Grade 12 77

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Career and College Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 81
Grade 948
Grade 1053
Grade 1167
Grade 1277
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Career and College Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11245.5%
Male13454.5%