Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Options High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Options High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Options High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Options 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 Options 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
#1966 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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
What is Options High School's ranking?
Options High School is ranked #1966 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Options High School?
The graduation rate of Options High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Options High School?
60 students attend Options High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Options High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Options High School?
Options High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Options High School offer ?
Options High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Options High School part of?
Options High School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Options High School located?
Options High School is located in the Southview neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Southview.
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