Serving 22 students in grades 6-12, Southside Alter Center 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 <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southside Alter Center's student population of 22 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southside Alter Center is 0.26, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average).
How many students attend Southside Alter Center?
22 students attend Southside Alter Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Southside Alter Center students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Alter Center?
Southside Alter Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southside Alter Center offer ?
Southside Alter Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Southside Alter Center part of?
Southside Alter Center is part of Southside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Southside Alter Center located?
Southside Alter Center is located in the Southside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Southside.
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