Serving 1,200 students in grades 9-12, Alvarado High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvarado High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alvarado High School's student population of 1,200 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Alvarado High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvarado High School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5486 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
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
What is Alvarado High School's ranking?
Alvarado High School is ranked #5486 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alvarado High School often compared to?
Alvarado High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Venus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvarado High School?
The graduation rate of Alvarado High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alvarado High School?
1,200 students attend Alvarado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Alvarado High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvarado High School?
Alvarado High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvarado High School offer ?
Alvarado High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alvarado High School part of?
Alvarado High School is part of Alvarado Independent School District.
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