Alvord High School is a public high school located in the city of Alvord, Texas, USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Alvord Independent School District located in north central Wise County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 236 students in grades 9-12, Alvord High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvord High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alvord High School's student population of 236 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Alvord High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvord High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3249 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
78%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvord High School's ranking?
Alvord High School is ranked #3249 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alvord High School often compared to?
Alvord High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paradise High School, Decatur High School, Chico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvord High School?
The graduation rate of Alvord High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alvord High School?
236 students attend Alvord High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Alvord High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvord High School?
Alvord High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvord High School offer ?
Alvord High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alvord High School part of?
Alvord High School is part of Alvord Independent School District.
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