Serving 402 students in grades 9-12, Alief Early College High School ranks in the top 5% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: ALIEF EARLY COLLEGE H S serves an attendance zone in Houston, TX, covering approximately 39.2 square miles, which spans the entire school district. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alief Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alief Early College High School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Alief Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alief Early College High School is 0.63, 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
#132 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Fearless Knights!
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alief Early College High School's ranking?
Alief Early College High School is ranked #132 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alief Early College High School often compared to?
Alief Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carnegie Vanguard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alief Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Alief Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Alief Early College High School?
402 students attend Alief Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Alief Early College High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alief Early College High School?
Alief Early College High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alief Early College High School offer ?
Alief Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alief Early College High School part of?
Alief Early College High School is part of Alief Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alief Early College High School located?
Alief Early College High School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 23 other public schools located in Westside.
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