There is no typical ABE student. They vary widely in entering level, goals, learning styles, and the amount of time they can spend in instruction. Despite all their differences, some motivators are common to all -- the desire for self-improvement, the betterment of their lives, and that of their families. Priority is given to those adults who are most in need of instruction and who seek educational assistance.Student Statistics **
|
ENTERING LEVEL |
STUDENTS |
ETHNICITY |
STUDENTS |
AGES |
STUDENTS |
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|
|
96-97 |
97-98 |
98-99 |
|
96-97 |
97-98 |
98-99 |
|
96-97 |
97-98 |
98-99 |
|
Beginning Level |
3,048 |
2,996 |
2,872 |
White |
6,884 |
6,535 |
6,797 |
16-18 |
2,209 |
2,053 |
2,425 |
|
Intermediate |
3,122 |
2,728 |
3,240 |
Hispanic |
3,168 |
6,535 |
3,168 |
19-24 |
3,166 |
2,748 |
2,811 |
|
ESL |
2,794 |
2,652 |
2,541 |
Am. Indian |
328 |
316 |
328 |
25-44 |
4,609 |
4,338 |
4,381 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
45-49 |
726 |
794 |
787 |
|
Adult Second. |
1,878 |
1,693 |
1,890 |
Asian |
265 |
352 |
380 |
60+ |
132 |
136 |
139 |
|
TOTAL |
10,842 |
10,069 |
10,543 |
Black |
82 |
67 |
62 |
TOTAL |
10,842 |
10,069 |
10,543 |
** - Students are categorized according to the lowest score on reading, math, or written English upon entering the program if they are native English speakers. Beginning ABE indicates performance below an equivalent of 5.9 grade level; intermediate 6.0- 8.9; and adult secondary, 9.0 - 12.0. English as a Second as a Second Language (ESL) students have been grouped since 64% of those entering are in the beginning ESL level.