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Alternative Center
Middle School · EDGEWOOD ISD
607 SW 34TH ST, San Antonio, TX 78237
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
6th – 10th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
6th – 10th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Alternative Center
Alternative Center is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of the EDGEWOOD ISD. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 6th – 10th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $40,233, where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Alternative Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, Alternative Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Address
- 607 SW 34TH ST, San Antonio, TX 78237
- Website
- eisd.net
- Phone
- (210) 898-4200
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
607 SW 34TH ST, San Antonio, TX 78237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alternative Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GUS GARCIA MIDDLE (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away). Additionally, E T WRENN MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| STAFFORD CENTER San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| STAFFORD EL VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| GARDENDALE PRE-K 4 SA EARLY LEARNING San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BURLESON CENTER San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| H B GONZALEZ EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| E T WRENN MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PRE-K 4 SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CARDENAS CENTER San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| L B JOHNSON EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,233
Median Home Value
$103,000
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
36,930
College Educated
5.8%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
34.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Alternative Center has a median household income of $40,233. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,000, with a median rent of $987/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ALIEF ISD J J A E P Houston, TX | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alternative Center
What grades does Alternative Center serve?
Alternative Center serves students in grades 6th through 10th.
How many students attend Alternative Center?
Alternative Center has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alternative Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Alternative Center is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Alternative Center a charter school?
No, Alternative Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alternative Center a Title I school?
No, Alternative Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alternative Center?
96.2% of students at Alternative Center 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,229/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 898-4200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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