Alderson Academy serves 337 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
61%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alderson Academy?
337 students attend Alderson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Alderson Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alderson Academy?
Alderson Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alderson Academy offer ?
Alderson Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alderson Academy part of?
Alderson Academy is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
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