Needs Improvement
#8514 of 8,552 schools in TX
Pace Center
High School · PEARLAND ISD
2314 OLD ALVIN RD, Pearland, TX 77581
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
2.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
2.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,514 of 8,552
In Pearland
#23 of 23
public schools
In district
#23 of 23
PEARLAND ISD
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About Pace Center
Pace Center is a public high school in Pearland, TX, part of PEARLAND ISD. Pace Center serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,514 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pace Center show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 106 students, Pace Center 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.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Pace Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
92% of students at Pace Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pace Center — Students at Pace Center score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
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. ROBERT TURNER COLLEGE AND CAREER H S (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEARLAND H S (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 | 7.8 |
| PEARLAND J H EAST Pearland | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LEON H SABLATURA MIDDLE Pearland | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI PEARLAND - STEM ACADEMY Weslaco | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| 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 | 6.0 |
| ALEXANDER MIDDLE Pearland | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| BARBARA COCKRELL EL Pearland | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| EAGLE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pearland | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SAM JAMISON MIDDLE Pearland | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PEARLAND H S Pearland | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SHADYCREST EL Pearland | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| THOMPSON INT Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MAGNOLIA EL Pearland | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ROBERT TURNER COLLEGE AND CAREER H S Pearland | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PEARLAND J H SOUTH Pearland | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH BELT EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MELILLO MIDDLE Houston | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio, TX | 2.1 |
| PREMIER H S - HOUSTON - HOBBY Lewisville, TX | 2.1 |
| RICE CHALLENGE ACADEMY Altair, TX | 1.9 |
| PREMIER H S - CORPUS CHRISTI Lewisville, TX | 2.5 |
| LEANDER EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY Leander, TX | 2.6 |
| LONE STAR H S WEST Brownwood, TX | 2.6 |
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.
How does Pace Center rank in TX?
Pace Center ranks #8,514 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pace Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Pace Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 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 Pace Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 91.5%
- Phone
- (281) 412-5199
Resources & Links
District
PEARLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 21,111
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,797
- District Rank
- #23 of 23
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