Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) serves 5 students in grades 9-10.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-10
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coastal Alternative Program (Cap)'s student population of 5 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) is 0.48, 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)
(11-12)<50%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
60%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
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 83% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% TX state average).
How many students attend Coastal Alternative Program (Cap)?
5 students attend Coastal Alternative Program (Cap).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) students are Black, and 40% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coastal Alternative Program (Cap)?
Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) offer ?
Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) offers enrollment in grades 9-10
What school district is Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) part of?
Coastal Alternative Program (Cap) is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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