For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 536 students in Alto, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Alto, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Alto, TX are Alto Middle School, Alto Elementary School and Alto High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alto, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Alto have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alto, TX (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alto Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
240 Cr 2429
Alto, TX 75925
(936) 858-7140
Alto, TX 75925
(936) 858-7140
Grades: 5-8
| 167 students
Rank: #22.
Alto Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
236 Cr 2429
Alto, TX 75925
(936) 858-7170
Alto, TX 75925
(936) 858-7170
Grades: PK-4
| 208 students
Rank: #33.
Alto High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
248 Cr 2429
Alto, TX 75925
(936) 858-7110
Alto, TX 75925
(936) 858-7110
Grades: 9-12
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alto, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Alto, TX include Alto Middle School, Alto Elementary School and Alto High School.
How many public schools are located in Alto?
3 public schools are located in Alto.
What percentage of students in Alto go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Alto are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alto?
Alto public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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