Academic Performance
Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.
No academic proficiency data available.
Located in HOUSTON, TX. Serving grades 09 through 12.
Alief Early College High School is a regular public school serving grades nine through twelve in Houston's Alief area. It is a designated early college program, a pathway that allows students to earn college credits while completing high school coursework, typically through dual enrollment or dual-credit courses at a partner community or four-year college.
The school's student body is diverse and economically challenged. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. The enrollment breaks fairly evenly across the four high school grades. The student population is predominantly Hispanic, with a significant Asian contingent and a notable Black population; white enrollment is small. Data on students with disabilities and English learners were not available.
On Texas state assessments in 2024-25, Alief Early College reported results across English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. In ELA, every student met the "approaches" standard, and nearly all met the "meets" standard; about a third mastered the content. Math results show a similar pattern: nearly all students approached or met the standard, but only about a quarter mastered it. Science performance mirrors this, with strong "approaches" and "meets" rates and a higher master rate than math. Social studies shows all students at "approaches," most at "meets," and about a third at "masters." Across all subjects, the data reflects what early college schools often show: students gain college readiness and access to academic pathways without necessarily reaching the highest proficiency levels in every area. The results come from a single year, so trend information is not available.
The school is part of Alief ISD, a district serving the west side of Houston. Housing values in the school's zip code area are moderate, as are rents. The broader Harris County market is relatively balanced between supply and demand, with inventory modest and prices soft compared to a year prior.
For families interested in a high school tied explicitly to college access and dual-credit opportunity, this school's designation as an early college program is its defining feature. The academic profile suggests it serves students effectively at "meets" level across core subjects, while preparing them for college-level work. A parent may want to look into the school's specific college partnerships, the dual-enrollment course offerings, application or admission process if selective, and how the early college structure affects the four-year timeline or typical graduation experience.
Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.
Officially reported figures, 2024-25.
All reported measures, by topic.