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About this school
Elmore County Alternative Program is
a public school
in Wetumpka, Alabama that is part of Elmore County School District.
It serves 90 students
in grades 5 - 12.
Its teachers have had 6 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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30%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Last updated Dec 20, 2025
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Elmore County Alternative Program
$2,609
raised using DonorsChoose
6
projects
funded
4
teachers
funded
36
donors
1
project
for
basic supplies
Elmore County Alternative Program has received support from
20 individuals from Alabama and
16 individuals out-of-state.
