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Pace Center
High School · PEARLAND ISD
2314 OLD ALVIN RD, Pearland, TX 77581
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About Pace Center
Pace Center is a public high school in Pearland, TX, part of the PEARLAND ISD. The school serves approximately 106 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.9:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 10% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $106,556, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 106 students, Pace 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 5.9:1, Pace 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 106 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Address
- 2314 OLD ALVIN RD, Pearland, TX 77581
- Phone
- (281) 412-5199
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Pace Center Compares
See how Pace Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2314 OLD ALVIN RD, Pearland, TX 77581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pace Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PEARLAND H S (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, ROBERT TURNER COLLEGE AND CAREER H S (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away). For more schools in Pearland, see our Pearland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEARLAND J H WEST Pearland | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PEARLAND J H EAST Pearland | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LEON H SABLATURA MIDDLE Pearland | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI PEARLAND - STEM ACADEMY Weslaco | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pearland | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| METHODIST CHILDRENS PROGRAM Pearland | 0.3 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DOWNTOWN Pearland | 0.4 mi | — |
| C J HARRIS EL Pearland | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ALEXANDER MIDDLE Pearland | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BARBARA COCKRELL EL Pearland | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| EAGLE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pearland | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SAM JAMISON MIDDLE Pearland | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PEARLAND H S Pearland | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SHADYCREST EL Pearland | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| THOMPSON INT Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| MAGNOLIA EL Pearland | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ROBERT TURNER COLLEGE AND CAREER H S Pearland | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PEARLAND J H SOUTH Pearland | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH BELT EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| MELILLO MIDDLE Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,556
Median Home Value
$309,100
Median Rent
$1,591/mo
Population
50,240
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Pace Center has a median household income of $106,556. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $309,100, with a median rent of $1,591/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pace Center
What grades does Pace Center serve?
Pace Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pace Center?
Pace Center has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Pace Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pace Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Pace Center a charter school?
No, Pace Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pace Center a Title I school?
No, Pace Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center?
67.0% of students at Pace 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,538/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Pearland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Brazoria County
- Phone
- (281) 412-5199
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PEARLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 21,111
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,797
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