Serving 113 students in grades 6-12, Alternative Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alternative Learning Center's student population of 113 students has grown by 1783% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
113 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Learning Center is 0.52, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted15%
16.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alternative Learning Center?
113 students attend Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Alternative Learning Center students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative Learning Center?
Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alternative Learning Center part of?
Alternative Learning Center is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Learning Center located?
Alternative Learning Center is located in the Rosewood neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Rosewood.
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