Alternative School serves 2 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Alternative School's student population of 2 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative School is 0.51, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
50%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
50%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (98-99)
29%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative School?
2 students attend Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alternative School students are White, and 50% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Alternative School offer ?
Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alternative School part of?
Alternative School is part of Stockdale Independent School District.
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