Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#8031 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Asian
(22-23)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(22-23)99%
53%
Black
(22-23)n/a
13%
White
(22-23)1%
26%
Hawaiian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(22-23)n/a
3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program's ranking?
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is ranked #8031 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program?
84 students attend Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program offer ?
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program offers enrollment in grades 10
What school district is Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program part of?
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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