Serving 748 students in grades 6-8, Alvin J High School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Alvin J High School's student population of 748 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
Alvin J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvin J 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4381 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Alvin J High School's ranking?
Alvin J High School is ranked #4381 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alvin J High School often compared to?
Alvin J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Danbury Middle School, G W Harby J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alvin J High School?
748 students attend Alvin J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Alvin J High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alvin J High School?
Alvin J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvin J High School offer ?
Alvin J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alvin J High School part of?
Alvin J High School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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