Alter High School serves 106 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alter High School's student population of 106 students has grown by 404% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 405% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alter High School is 0.57, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
62%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alter High School?
106 students attend Alter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Alter High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alter High School?
Alter High School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alter High School offer ?
Alter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alter High School part of?
Alter High School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alter High School located?
Alter High School is located in the North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in North Central.
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