Serving 3,171 students in grades 9-12, John B Alexander High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: John B Alexander High School serves the south part of Laredo, TX, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 55.4 square miles. Most students are about a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John B Alexander High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John B Alexander High School's student population of 3,171 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,171 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student will be prepared for college or the workforce
School Rankings
John B Alexander High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John B Alexander High School is 0.02, 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
#1989 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John B Alexander High School's ranking?
John B Alexander High School is ranked #1989 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John B Alexander High School often compared to?
John B Alexander High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like United High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of John B Alexander High School?
The graduation rate of John B Alexander High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend John B Alexander High School?
3,171 students attend John B Alexander High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of John B Alexander High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John B Alexander High School?
John B Alexander High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John B Alexander High School offer ?
John B Alexander High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John B Alexander High School part of?
John B Alexander High School is part of United Independent School District.
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