Alto High School is a public high school in Alto, Texas. It is part of the Alto Independent School District which is located in south central Cherokee County and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. For the 2021-22 school year, the Texas Education Agency rated the school an 85 out of 100, giving it a B.
Serving 146 students in grades 9-12, Alto High School 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alto High School's student population of 146 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Champions Are Made Here
School Rankings
Alto High School 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 Alto High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#7119 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
30%
13%
White
25%
24%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jacket/lady Jacket
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alto High School's ranking?
Alto High School is ranked #7119 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alto High School?
The graduation rate of Alto High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alto High School?
146 students attend Alto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Alto High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alto High School?
Alto High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alto High School offer ?
Alto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alto High School part of?
Alto High School is part of Alto Independent School District.
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