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802 S Johnson St
Alvin, TX 77511
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
:
7/
10
Top 50%
Tel: (281) 245-3000
Serving 2,853 students in grades Prekindergarten-12,Alvin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
Graduation Rate
: 94% (Top 50% in TX)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%Math Proficiency
: 35% (Top 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 48% (Top 30%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvin High School's student population of 2,853 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 183 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
2,853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
183 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alvin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvin High School is 0.54, 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.
Definition of Terms
This School
State Level (TX)
Overall Testing Rank
#2974 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score
0.54
0.64
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alvin ISD School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvin High School's ranking?
Alvin High School is ranked #2974 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alvin High School often compared to?
Alvin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angleton High School, Manvel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvin High School?
The graduation rate of Alvin High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alvin High School?
2,853 students attend Alvin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Alvin High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvin High School?
Alvin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvin High School offer ?
Alvin High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Alvin High School part of?
Alvin High School is part of Alvin ISD School District.
Nearby Public Schools
Popular comparisons: Alvin High School vs. Angleton High School, Alvin High School vs. Manvel High School
The nearest high school to Alvin High School is Rise (0.1 miles away)
The nearest middle school and elementary school is Fairview J High School (0.6 miles away)
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Students
Rise
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
Grades: 9-12 | 96 students 0.1 miles 605 W House St
Alvin, TX 77511
(281) 331-1690
0.1
9-12
96
Fairview J High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: 6-9 | 951 students 0.6 miles 2600 Cr 190
Alvin, TX 77511
(281) 245-3100
0.6
6-9
951
Jackie Doucet Caffey J High School
Grades: 6-8 | 732 students 0.6 miles 9727 Pursley Blvd
Alvin, TX 77511
(713) 814-7400
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6-8
732
Leroy Castro J High School
0.6 miles 301 E House St
Alvin, TX 77511
(281) 388-1130
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New El #121
Grades: PK-5 0.6 miles 301 E House St
Alvin, TX 77511
(281) 388-1130
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
Graduation Rate
: 94% (Top 50%)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%Math Proficiency
: 35% (Top 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 48% (Top 30%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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