Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) serves 14 students in grades 8-10.
Minority enrollment was 86% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-10
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Coastal Alternative Program (Cap)?
14 students attend Coastal Alternative Program (Cap).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) offer ?
Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) offers enrollment in grades 8-10
What school district is Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) part of?
Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) is part of Texas City Independent School District.
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