Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Alton Elementary School 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alton Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alton Elementary 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 Alton Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2981 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
44%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Alton Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Elementary School is ranked #2981 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alton Elementary School often compared to?
Alton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Krause Elementary School, Brenham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Alton Elementary School?
453 students attend Alton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Alton Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alton Elementary School?
Alton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alton Elementary School offer ?
Alton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Alton Elementary School part of?
Alton Elementary School is part of Brenham ISD School District.
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