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%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- 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
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Grounded in Tradition. Committed to Excellence.
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Asian
(22-23)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(22-23)n/a
53%
Black
(22-23)n/a
13%
White
(22-23)100%
26%
Hawaiian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(22-23)n/a
3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
20%
5%
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?
5 students attend Alter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alter School students are White.
What grades does Alter School offer ?
Alter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Alter School part of?
Alter School is part of Alba-Golden Independent School District.
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