Alvin High School is a public high school located in the city of Alvin, Texas and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Alvin Independent School District located in central Brazoria County.
Serving 2,766 students in grades 9-12, Alvin 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alvin High School serves the southeast part of Alvin, TX, covering an area of approximately 156.5 square miles. Most students typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 14.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alvin High School's student population of 2,766 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,766 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1894
School Calendar
School Motto
Jacket Pride Never Dies
School Rankings
Alvin High 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 Alvin High School is 0.53, 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
#6096 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Mascot
Yellowjackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvin High School's ranking?
Alvin High School is ranked #6096 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alvin High School often compared to?
Alvin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angleton High School, Manvel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvin High School?
The graduation rate of Alvin High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Alvin High School?
2,766 students attend Alvin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alvin High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alvin High School?
Alvin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvin High School offer ?
Alvin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alvin High School part of?
Alvin High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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