Alternative Center serves 12 students in grades 6-10.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alternative Center's student population of 12 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Center is 0.29, 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
n/a
5%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
n/a
26%
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
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative Center?
12 students attend Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Alternative Center students are Hispanic, and 17% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative Center?
Alternative Center has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alternative Center offer ?
Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Alternative Center part of?
Alternative Center is part of Edgewood Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Center located?
Alternative Center is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 31 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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