Serving 792 students in grades 3-5, Alvarado Intermediate 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvarado Intermediate School's student population of 792 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
792 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alvarado Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvarado Intermediate School is 0.57, 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
#5888 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
39%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvarado Intermediate School's ranking?
Alvarado Intermediate School is ranked #5888 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alvarado Intermediate School?
792 students attend Alvarado Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Alvarado Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alvarado Intermediate School?
Alvarado Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvarado Intermediate School offer ?
Alvarado Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Alvarado Intermediate School part of?
Alvarado Intermediate School is part of Alvarado Independent School District.
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