Serving 122 students in grades 7-12, Midland Alternative 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midland Alternative Program's student population of 122 students has grown by 1255% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
122 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midland Alternative Program 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 Midland Alternative Program is 0.49, 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
#7765 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
69%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Alternative Program's ranking?
Midland Alternative Program is ranked #7765 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Midland Alternative Program?
122 students attend Midland Alternative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Midland Alternative Program students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Alternative Program?
Midland Alternative Program has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland Alternative Program offer ?
Midland Alternative Program offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Midland Alternative Program part of?
Midland Alternative Program is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland Alternative Program located?
Midland Alternative Program is located in the West End neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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