Serving 29 students in grades 7-12, Alternative School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Alternative School encompasses the entire Mont Belvieu school district, covering approximately 99.3 square miles. Within this area, most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alternative School's student population of 29 students has grown by 222% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
29 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative School is 0.60, 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)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
54%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
White
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
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 37% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Alternative School?
29 students attend Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alternative School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative School?
Alternative School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alternative School offer ?
Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Alternative School part of?
Alternative School is part of Barbers Hill Independent School District.
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