Serving 2 students in grades 6-11, Alter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alter School's student population of 2 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Grounded in Tradition. Committed to Excellence.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alter School is 0.51, 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)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
50%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
50%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Alter School?
2 students attend Alter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alter School students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alter School?
Alter School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alter School offer ?
Alter School offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Alter School part of?
Alter School is part of Alba-Golden Independent School District.
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