Fort Bend Co Alter serves 25 students in grades 7-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Bend Co Alter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Fort Bend Co Alter's student population of 25 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fort Bend Co Alter is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
52%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fort Bend Co Alter?
25 students attend Fort Bend Co Alter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Fort Bend Co Alter students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Bend Co Alter?
Fort Bend Co Alter has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Bend Co Alter offer ?
Fort Bend Co Alter offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Fort Bend Co Alter part of?
Fort Bend Co Alter is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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