Serving 34 students in grades 10-12, Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School's student population of 34 students has grown by 1033% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School is 0.60, 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)
(15-16)<50%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)11-19%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
38%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School?
The graduation rate of Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School?
34 students attend Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School?
Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School offer ?
Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School part of?
Terrell Alternative Education Center/phoenix School is part of Terrell Independent School District.
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