Serving 421 students in grades 9-12, Avalos P-tech School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avalos P-tech School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avalos P-tech School's student population of 421 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Avalos P-tech School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalos P-tech School is 0.22, 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
#2645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
2%
25%
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
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalos P-tech School's ranking?
Avalos P-tech School is ranked #2645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Avalos P-tech School?
421 students attend Avalos P-tech School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Avalos P-tech School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avalos P-tech School?
Avalos P-tech School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Avalos P-tech School offer ?
Avalos P-tech School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Avalos P-tech School part of?
Avalos P-tech School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
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