Alvin ISD Revenue and Competitors

Academic Performance Alvin ISD is an accredited district with an Recognized rating from the Texas Education Agency. Twelve of the schools are rated Exemplary and eight are rated Recognized. Growth Since 1999 the district has experienced a 33% growth in student population. Over the last five years, property values have increased from a little over $1 billion to almost $5 billion. District Size Alvin ISD covers 250 square miles in northern Brazoria County and serves the communities of Alvin, Manvel, Iowa Colony, Liverpool, Amsterdam, and parts of Rosharon, Arcola, and Pearland. Student Enrollment Approximately 17,400 students make Alvin ISD the second largest school district in Brazoria County. Finances The budget for 2010-2011 was $130,680,115. Tax Rate The 2011 tax rate was $1.304 per $100 assessed market value, which is 2.4 cents less than the 2009 rate of $1.328. Campuses The district has two high schools, one academic alternative school, one behavior alternative school, five junior high schools and fourteen elementary schools. Employees Alvin ISD employs approximately 2,500 people dedicated to the district's educational mission. Over half of these employees work directly with students on a daily basis. About 20% of the districts' teachers hold advanced degrees. Teacher Salaries A beginning teacher with a bachelor's degree earns $46,000 and a beginning teacher with a master's degree earns $47,000. Alvin ISD provides a comprehensive benefits package, part of which is paid by the district.