Serving 490 students in grades 9-12,
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2008-2009 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alta Academy?
490 students attend Alta Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alta Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Alta Academy offer ?
Alta Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alta Academy part of?
Alta Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
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