Serving 778 students in grades 7-12, Venture Alter High School 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 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venture Alter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Venture Alter High School's student population of 778 students has grown by 212% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Venture Alter High School 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 Venture Alter High School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7994 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
73%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Arlington Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venture Alter High School's ranking?
Venture Alter High School is ranked #7994 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venture Alter High School?
The graduation rate of Venture Alter High School is 75%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Venture Alter High School?
778 students attend Venture Alter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Venture Alter High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Venture Alter High School?
Venture Alter High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Venture Alter High School offer ?
Venture Alter High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Venture Alter High School part of?
Venture Alter High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Venture Alter High School located?
Venture Alter High School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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