Alternative Elementary School serves 8 students in grades 1-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternative Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alternative Elementary School's student population of 8 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alternative Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
12%
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
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alternative Elementary School?
8 students attend Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Alternative Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternative Elementary School?
Alternative Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Alternative Elementary School part of?
Alternative Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternative Elementary School located?
Alternative Elementary School is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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