Alpine High School is a public high school located in the city of Alpine, Texas and is classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Alpine Independent School District located in north-central Brewster County. For the 2021-2022 school year, the school was given an "A" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 286 students in grades 9-12, Alpine High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Alpine High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alpine school district, covering an area of approximately 1,916.3 square miles in Alpine, TX. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 32.4 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 63.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alpine High School's student population of 286 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Alpine ISD will provide our children with learning experiences to be responsible, productive, and successful citizens of an ever changing world.
School Rankings
Alpine High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpine High School is 0.47, 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
#1616 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Deer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpine High School's ranking?
Alpine High School is ranked #1616 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpine High School?
The graduation rate of Alpine High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Alpine High School?
286 students attend Alpine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Alpine High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alpine High School?
Alpine High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alpine High School offer ?
Alpine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alpine High School part of?
Alpine High School is part of Alpine Independent School District.
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