Needs Improvement
#8214 of 8,552 schools in TX
Wheatley Alternative Education Center
School · TEMPLE ISD
515 E AVE D, Temple, TX 76501
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,214 of 8,552
In Temple
#22 of 22
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
TEMPLE ISD
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Wheatley Alternative Education Center
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About Wheatley Alternative Education Center
Wheatley Alternative Education Center is a public school in Temple, TX, part of TEMPLE ISD. Wheatley Alternative Education Center serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wheatley Alternative Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,214 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Wheatley Alternative Education Center show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Wheatley Alternative Education 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 9:1 students to teachers, Wheatley Alternative Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Wheatley Alternative Education Center — Students at Wheatley Alternative Education Center score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.1/10.
How Wheatley Alternative Education Center Compares
See how Wheatley Alternative Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
515 E AVE D, Temple, TX 76501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wheatley Alternative Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BONHAM MIDDLE (rated 7.4/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temple, see our Temple schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| MERIDITH-DUNBAR EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Temple | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC Temple | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| TRAVIS SCIENCE ACADEMY Temple | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| TEMPLE H S Temple | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS(TEMPLE CAMPUS) Temple | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS Temple | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Temple | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| HECTOR P GARCIA EL Temple | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JEFFERSON EL Temple | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT EL Temple | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| WESTERN HILLS EL Temple | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| TAMRA LEARNING ACADEMY Temple | 2.6 mi | — |
| KENNEDY-POWELL EL Temple | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| THORNTON EL Temple | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| RAYE-ALLEN EL Temple | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CATER EL Temple | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Temple | 4.1 mi | — |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Temple | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,764
Median Home Value
$151,000
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
17,223
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.7%
Median Age
35.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HILL COUNTRY YOUTH RANCH Ingram, TX | 3.5 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso, TX | 3.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE & SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 4.5 |
| CALVARY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesquite, TX | 4.6 |
| UT - UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL AT HIGH POINT San Antonio, TX | 4.6 |
| ALTER IMPACT CTR Buda, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wheatley Alternative Education Center
What grades does Wheatley Alternative Education Center serve?
Wheatley Alternative Education Center serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Wheatley Alternative Education Center?
Wheatley Alternative Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wheatley Alternative Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Wheatley Alternative Education Center is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wheatley Alternative Education Center rank in TX?
Wheatley Alternative Education Center ranks #8,214 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wheatley Alternative Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Wheatley Alternative Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Wheatley Alternative Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wheatley Alternative Education Center has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Wheatley Alternative Education Center a charter school?
No, Wheatley Alternative Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wheatley Alternative Education Center a Title I school?
No, Wheatley Alternative Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wheatley Alternative Education Center?
88.9% of students at Wheatley Alternative Education 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bell County
- Phone
- (254) 215-5665
Resources & Links
District
TEMPLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,784
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,629
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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