Serving 3 students in grades 7-12, Oceans Behavioral Health ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oceans Behavioral Health ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oceans Behavioral Health's student population of 3 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
3 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oceans Behavioral Health is 0.45, 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)
(17-18)<50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
67%
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
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% TX state average).
How many students attend Oceans Behavioral Health?
3 students attend Oceans Behavioral Health.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Oceans Behavioral Health students are White, and 33% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oceans Behavioral Health?
Oceans Behavioral Health has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oceans Behavioral Health offer ?
Oceans Behavioral Health offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Oceans Behavioral Health part of?
Oceans Behavioral Health is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Oceans Behavioral Health located?
Oceans Behavioral Health is located in the South Treadaway Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in South Treadaway Area.
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