Serving 729 students in grades 9-12, Van Alstyne High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Alstyne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Van Alstyne High School's student population of 729 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Alstyne High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Alstyne High School is 0.55, 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
#1145 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
23%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
63%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Alstyne High School's ranking?
Van Alstyne High School is ranked #1145 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Alstyne High School?
The graduation rate of Van Alstyne High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Van Alstyne High School?
729 students attend Van Alstyne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Van Alstyne High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Alstyne High School?
Van Alstyne High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Alstyne High School offer ?
Van Alstyne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Van Alstyne High School part of?
Van Alstyne High School is part of Van Alstyne Independent School District.
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