Serving 15 students in grades 6-12, Southside Alter Center 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 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Southside Alter Center's student population of 15 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
The diversity score of Southside Alter Center is 0.13, 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)
(13-14)<50%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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 76% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average).
How many students attend Southside Alter Center?
15 students attend Southside Alter Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southside Alter Center students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southside Alter Center?
Southside Alter Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southside Alter Center offer ?
Southside Alter Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Southside Alter Center part of?
Southside Alter Center is part of Southside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Southside Alter Center located?
Southside Alter Center is located in the Southside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Southside.
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