Serving 3,070 students in grades 9-12, John B Alexander High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,070 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John B Alexander High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John B Alexander High School's student population of 3,070 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 169 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,070 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
169 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John B Alexander High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John B Alexander High School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1899 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John B Alexander High School's ranking?
John B Alexander High School is ranked #1899 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John B Alexander High School often compared to?
John B Alexander High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like United High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of John B Alexander High School?
The graduation rate of John B Alexander High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend John B Alexander High School?
3,070 students attend John B Alexander High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of John B Alexander High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John B Alexander High School?
John B Alexander High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John B Alexander High School offer ?
John B Alexander High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John B Alexander High School part of?
John B Alexander High School is part of United Independent School District.
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