Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program 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% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students (22-23)
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#8031 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Asian
(22-23)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(22-23)99%
53%
Black
(22-23)n/a
13%
White
(22-23)1%
26%
Hawaiian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(22-23)n/a
3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program's ranking?
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is ranked #8031 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% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program?
84 students attend Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program offer ?
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program part of?
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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