Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education serves 55 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education's student population of 55 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education is 0.27, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education?
55 students attend Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education?
Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education offer ?
Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education part of?
Lamar - Phoenix Alternative Education is part of San Marcos CISD School District.
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