Alternative Center serves 27 students in grades 6-11.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alternative Center's student population of 27 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Center is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
n/a
Hispanic
93%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative Center?
27 students attend Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alternative Center students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative Center?
Alternative Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alternative Center offer ?
Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Alternative Center part of?
Alternative Center is part of Edgewood Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Center located?
Alternative Center is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 28 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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