Serving 155 students in grades 9-12, Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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 / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock's student population of 155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Motto
Our Children are at Reach, Not at Risk.
School Rankings
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8048 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
77%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock's ranking?
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock is ranked #8048 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock?
The graduation rate of Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock is 30-34%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock?
155 students attend Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock?
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock offer ?
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock part of?
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock is part of Richard Milburn Alter High School (Killeen) School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock located?
Richard Milburn Academy Lubbock is located in the Bayless Atkins neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Bayless Atkins.
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