Coastal Alternative Program serves 11 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coastal Alternative Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Coastal Alternative Program's student population of 11 students has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Coastal Alternative Program is 0.40, 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
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
73%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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?
11 students attend Coastal Alternative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Coastal Alternative Program students are White, and 27% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Coastal Alternative Program offer ?
Coastal Alternative Program offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Coastal Alternative Program part of?
Coastal Alternative Program is part of Santa Fe Independent School District.
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