Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Alvarado El-north ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvarado El-north's student population of 284 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alvarado El-north is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
What schools are Alvarado El-north often compared to?
Alvarado El-northis often viewed alongside schools like Alvarado High School, Alvarado J High School, Irving Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Alvarado El-north?
284 students attend Alvarado El-north.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Alvarado El-north students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvarado El-north?
Alvarado El-north has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvarado El-north offer ?
Alvarado El-north offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Alvarado El-north part of?
Alvarado El-north is part of Alvarado Independent School District.
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