Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy's student population of 78 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#7765 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
19%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- RISE Academy is a school of choice that serves students in the Tyler Independent School District. The focus of RISE Academy is to provide dropout prevention, credit recovery, and self-paced learning opportunities for at-risk students. In addition, students who are working toward early graduation may also apply. Most courses are completed online, using Edgenuity courseware.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy's ranking?
Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy is ranked #7765 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy?
The graduation rate of Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy?
78 students attend Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy?
Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy offer ?
Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy part of?
Alvin V Anderson Rise Academy is part of Tyler Independent School District.
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