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Alvarado H S

High School · ALVARADO ISD

P O BOX 387, Alvarado, TX 76009

Enrollment

1,200

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,740 of 8,552

In Alvarado

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

ALVARADO ISD

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Alvarado H S

5.4/10

High School in Alvarado · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alvarado H S

Alvarado H S is a public high school in Alvarado, TX, part of ALVARADO ISD. Alvarado H S serves approximately 1,200 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alvarado H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,740 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Alvarado H S show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Alvarado H S 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-26.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation3.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,889
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Alvarado H S — Students at Alvarado H S score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Alvarado H S Compares

See how Alvarado H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in TX
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
3.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·35 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P O BOX 387, Alvarado, TX 76009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alvarado H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GRANDVIEW H S (rated 9.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Grandview), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHISHOLM TRAIL ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Keene), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VENUS H S (rated 5.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Venus), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alvarado, see our Alvarado schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ALVARADO EL-SOUTH Alvarado 0.9 mi 5.6
ALVARADO INT Alvarado 1.0 mi 5.2
ALVARADO J H Alvarado 2.0 mi 5.7
ALVARADO EL-NORTH Alvarado 2.8 mi 3.9
VENUS EL Venus 6.4 mi 3.7
VENUS H S Venus 6.5 mi 5.5
VENUS MIDDLE Venus 6.5 mi 5.1
LILLIAN EL Alvarado 7.6 mi 3.8
KEENE H S Keene 6.5 mi 5.3
KEENE J H Keene 6.6 mi 7.3
JUVENILE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE ED PROGRAM/VENUS Venus 6.8 mi
KEENE EL Keene 6.6 mi 4.3
THE SUMMIT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Keene 6.6 mi 8.7
VENUS PRI Venus 6.8 mi 7.6
SYCAMORE ACADEMY Keene 7.3 mi 4.8
CHISHOLM TRAIL ACADEMY Keene 7.4 mi 6.4
GRANDVIEW J H Grandview 9.1 mi 7.2
GRANDVIEW H S Grandview 9.2 mi 9.1
GRANDVIEW EL Grandview 9.4 mi 8.4
CLEARFORK ACADEMY SOUTH Cleburne 9.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,696

Median Home Value

$211,000

Median Rent

$1,202/mo

Population

21,130

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alvarado H S

What grades does Alvarado H S serve?

Alvarado H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Alvarado H S?

Alvarado H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,200 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alvarado H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Alvarado H S is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alvarado H S rank in TX?

Alvarado H S ranks #5,740 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Alvarado H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Alvarado H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Alvarado H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alvarado H S has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Alvarado H S a charter school?

No, Alvarado H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alvarado H S a Title I school?

No, Alvarado H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alvarado H S?

63.2% of students at Alvarado H S 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

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,200
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Johnson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

ALVARADO ISD
District Enrollment
3,782
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,889
District Rank
#3 of 6

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