Serving 40 students in grades 6-12, Carver Alter Lrn Center 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Alter Lrn Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carver Alter Lrn Center's student population of 40 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Carver Alter Lrn Center 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 Carver Alter Lrn Center is 0.30, 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
#8021 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Carver Alter Lrn Center's ranking?
Carver Alter Lrn Center is ranked #8021 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carver Alter Lrn Center?
40 students attend Carver Alter Lrn Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Carver Alter Lrn Center students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carver Alter Lrn Center?
Carver Alter Lrn Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Alter Lrn Center offer ?
Carver Alter Lrn Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Carver Alter Lrn Center part of?
Carver Alter Lrn Center is part of San Angelo Independent School District.
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