Alternative High School serves 159 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alternative High School's student population of 159 students has grown by 622% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Provide a safe and structured environment to transform the learning experience for students.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative High School is 0.50, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
69%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted29.6%
16.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative High School?
159 students attend Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative High School?
Alternative High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alternative High School offer ?
Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alternative High School part of?
Alternative High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative High School located?
Alternative High School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 69 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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