Serving 163 students in grades 9-12, Alto High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alto High School's student population of 163 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alto High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alto High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#3489 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
41%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alto High School's ranking?
Alto High School is ranked #3489 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alto High School?
The graduation rate of Alto High School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alto High School?
163 students attend Alto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Alto High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alto High School?
Alto High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alto High School offer ?
Alto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alto High School part of?
Alto High School is part of Alto ISD School District.
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