Below Average
#7434 of 8,552 schools in TX
Alter Ed Ctr
High School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,434 of 8,552
In Odessa
#29 of 48
public schools
In district
#26 of 43
ECTOR COUNTY ISD
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Alter Ed Ctr
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About Alter Ed Ctr
Alter Ed Ctr is a public high school in Odessa, TX, part of ECTOR COUNTY ISD. Alter Ed Ctr serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Alter Ed Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,434 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Alter Ed Ctr show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Alter Ed Ctr is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Alter Ed Ctr sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Alter Ed Ctr — Students at Alter Ed Ctr score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Alter Ed Ctr Compares
See how Alter Ed Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 3912, Odessa, TX 79760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alter Ed Ctr may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GEORGE H W BUSH NEW TECH ODESSA (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ECTOR CO YOUTH CTR Odessa | 0.1 mi | — |
| GOLIAD EL Odessa | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| ROSS EL Odessa | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| LEE BUICE EL Odessa | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| IRELAND EL Odessa | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| WILSON & YOUNG MEDAL OF HONOR MIDDLE Odessa | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PERMIAN H S Odessa | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| SAM HOUSTON EL Odessa | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Odessa | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| BURNET EL Odessa | 2.5 mi | 2.2 |
| BURLESON EL Odessa | 2.6 mi | 2.8 |
| GEORGE H W BUSH NEW TECH ODESSA Odessa | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Odessa | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| BLANTON EL Odessa | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa | 3.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ST MARYS CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Odessa | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
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| BRAZOS H S Waco, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alter Ed Ctr
What grades does Alter Ed Ctr serve?
Alter Ed Ctr serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Alter Ed Ctr?
Alter Ed Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alter Ed Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Alter Ed Ctr is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alter Ed Ctr rank in TX?
Alter Ed Ctr ranks #7,434 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Alter Ed Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Alter Ed Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alter Ed Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alter Ed Ctr has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Alter Ed Ctr a charter school?
No, Alter Ed Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alter Ed Ctr a Title I school?
No, Alter Ed Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alter Ed Ctr?
73.0% of students at Alter Ed Ctr qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ector County
- Phone
- (432) 456-0049
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #26 of 43
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