Alternative School serves 70 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative School?
70 students attend Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alternative School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative School?
Alternative School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alternative School offer ?
Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alternative School part of?
Alternative School is part of South San Antonio Independent School District.
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