6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Alton, Texas

2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.0/10
Median household income: $51,185
Median home value: $154,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Avg commute: 26 min
Owner-occupied homes: 70%

How Alton compares

Median household income

$51k

69% of Texas median

About Schools in Alton, Texas

Alton, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Alton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Alton is Mission Collegiate H S with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Alton is served by 2 school districts: LA JOYA ISD, MISSION CISD. These districts collectively serve 38,066 students.

Alton's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,185. The poverty rate in the area is 24.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE 594 students · 6th–8th	594	6th–8th	5.0

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MISSION COLLEGIATE H S 420 students · 9th–12th	420	9th–12th	7.1

Schools in Alton

Alton, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$51,185

Median Home Value

$154,800

Median Rent

$909/mo

Population

42,874

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

24.0%

Community Profile

Alton has a median household income of $51,185. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,800, with a median rent of $909/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

LA JOYA ISD

37 schools · 23,998 students

MISSION CISD

24 schools · 14,068 students

Nearby Cities

Lewisville (6 schools)

10 mi

Edinburg (59 schools)

San Juan (14 schools)

13 mi

Hidalgo (6 schools)

14 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Alton, Texas

How many schools are in Alton, Texas?

Alton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Alton, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alton is 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Alton, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Alton on MySchoolScout is Mission Collegiate H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Alton, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Alton on MySchoolScout is Domingo Trevino Middle with a composite score of 5.0/10.

What is the best high school in Alton, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Alton on MySchoolScout is Mission Collegiate H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Alton, Texas?

Alton is served by 2 school districts: La Joya ISD, Mission CISD.

What is the education level in Alton, Texas?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Alton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Alton, Texas?

The median household income in Alton is approximately $51,185 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Alton, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alton is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alton, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.