Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Alvarado El-south ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvarado El-south's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring and Empowering Learners
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alvarado El-south is 0.55, 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)
(20-21)35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
35%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alvarado El-south often compared to?
Alvarado El-southis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Elementary School, Annette Perry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Alvarado El-south?
386 students attend Alvarado El-south.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Alvarado El-south students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alvarado El-south?
Alvarado El-south has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvarado El-south offer ?
Alvarado El-south offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Alvarado El-south part of?
Alvarado El-south is part of Alvarado Independent School District.
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