Alter Middle School serves 51 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alter Middle School's student population of 51 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alter Middle School is 0.43, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alter Middle School?
51 students attend Alter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Alter Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alter Middle School?
Alter Middle School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alter Middle School offer ?
Alter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alter Middle School part of?
Alter Middle School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alter Middle School located?
Alter Middle School is located in the North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in North Central.
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