Billy Moore serves 196 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Billy Moore's student population of 196 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Billy Moore is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
98%
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 Billy Moore?
196 students attend Billy Moore.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Billy Moore students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Billy Moore?
Billy Moore has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Billy Moore offer ?
Billy Moore offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Billy Moore part of?
Billy Moore is part of The Excel Center (For Adults) School District.
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