Serving 136 students in grades 9-12, Options High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Options High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Options High School's student population of 136 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
136 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Options High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Options High School is 0.08, 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
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Options High School's ranking?
Options High School is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Options High School?
The graduation rate of Options High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Options High School?
136 students attend Options High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Options High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Options High School?
Options High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Options High School offer ?
Options High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Options High School part of?
Options High School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Options High School located?
Options High School is located in the Southview neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Southview.
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