Georgetown Alter Prog serves 40 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgetown Alter Prog ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Georgetown Alter Prog's student population of 40 students has grown by 150% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Georgetown Alter Prog is 0.44, 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)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
20%
26%
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
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Georgetown Alter Prog?
40 students attend Georgetown Alter Prog.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Georgetown Alter Prog students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Alter Prog?
Georgetown Alter Prog has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Alter Prog offer ?
Georgetown Alter Prog offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Georgetown Alter Prog part of?
Georgetown Alter Prog is part of Georgetown Independent School District.
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