Average
#3057 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program
School · CLEVELAND ISD
900 SAMUEL WILEY DR, Cleveland, TX 77327
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in CLEVELAND. Learn more
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
3rd – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Cleveland
#5 of 15
public schools
Texas schools
#184 of 477
In district
#3 of 11
CLEVELAND ISD
School environment
8.2 / 10
Very strong
About Disciplinary Alternative Education Program
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program serves 109 students in grades 3-12 in Cleveland, Texas, offering specialized educational services with a remarkably low student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1. With 10 full-time equivalent teachers, this alternative school provides individualized attention that many traditional settings cannot match. The school has earned a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks impressively at #341 out of 8,598 schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile among Texas schools.
This high ranking reflects the school's effectiveness in serving students who benefit from an alternative educational environment. Located at 900 Samuel Wiley Drive, the school operates within Liberty County's Cleveland community, where the median household income is $54,022 and median home values average $127,200. The surrounding ZIP code area has a population of 33,673 residents, with 12% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 21.8%.
The small class sizes and specialized focus allow teachers to work closely with each student, creating an environment where individualized learning plans can flourish. This personalized approach appears to be paying dividends, as evidenced by the school's exceptional state ranking among all Texas educational institutions. Disciplinary Alternative Education Program sits in a town on the fringe of an urban area, providing students with both community connection and access to broader educational and social resources.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 109 students, Disciplinary Alternative Education Program 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Disciplinary Alternative Education Program Compares
See how Disciplinary Alternative Education Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 SAMUEL WILEY DR, Cleveland, TX 77327
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Disciplinary Alternative Education Program may also want to explore other schools in the area. TARKINGTON EL (rated 7.7/10, 7.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TARKINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SPLENDORA J H (rated 7.2/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Splendora), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREDERICK A DOUGLASS LEARNING ACADEMY Cleveland | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NORTHSIDE EL Cleveland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTHSIDE EL Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| CLEVELAND H S Cleveland | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| CLEVELAND MIDDLE Cleveland | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EASTSIDE EL Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| TARKINGTON H S Cleveland | 7.5 mi | 5.2 |
| TARKINGTON EL Cleveland | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
| TARKINGTON MIDDLE Cleveland | 7.7 mi | 6.5 |
| TARKINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Cleveland | 7.8 mi | 7.5 |
| GREENLEAF EL Splendora | 9.4 mi | 5.2 |
| PEACH CREEK EL Splendora | 9.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SHEPHERD H S Shepherd | 10.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SPLENDORA H S Splendora | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SPLENDORA J H Splendora | 10.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SHEPHERD INT Shepherd | 10.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PINEY WOODS EL Splendora | 10.1 mi | 4.9 |
| SHEPHERD PRI Shepherd | 10.9 mi | 4.2 |
| SHEPHERD MIDDLE Shepherd | 11.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SANTA FE EL Cleveland | 12.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,538
Median Home Value
$144,100
Median Rent
$1,001/mo
Population
37,574
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
28.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Disciplinary Alternative Education Program has a median household income of $57,538. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,100, with a median rent of $1,001/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALCH SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Balch Springs, TX | 6.9 |
| BLANKET SCHOOL Blanket, TX | 6.9 |
| CALVERT SCHOOL Calvert, TX | 6.9 |
| LONGVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Longview, TX | 6.9 |
| PATHWAY CHRISTIAN PREP ACADEMY Frisco, TX | 6.9 |
| RIVER CITY BELIEVERS ACADEMY Selma, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Disciplinary Alternative Education Program
What grades does Disciplinary Alternative Education Program serve?
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Disciplinary Alternative Education Program?
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Disciplinary Alternative Education Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Disciplinary Alternative Education Program rank in TX?
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is ranked #3057 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Disciplinary Alternative Education Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Disciplinary Alternative Education Program has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Disciplinary Alternative Education Program a charter school?
No, Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Disciplinary Alternative Education Program a Title I school?
No, Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Disciplinary Alternative Education Program?
96.3% of students at Disciplinary Alternative Education Program qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,470/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cleveland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 109
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Liberty County
- Phone
- (281) 432-0487
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CLEVELAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,970
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,415
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
Other Schools in This District
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