Columbus Alternative School serves 12 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Columbus Alternative School's student population of 12 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Columbus Alternative School is 0.62, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
50%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Columbus Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Columbus Alternative School?
12 students attend Columbus Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Columbus Alternative School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 17% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Alternative School?
Columbus Alternative School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbus Alternative School offer ?
Columbus Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbus Alternative School part of?
Columbus Alternative School is part of Columbus ISD School District.
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