THE ACADEMY OF VIOLA DEWALT H S
163 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Viola DeWalt High School, located in La Porte, Texas, serves as the district’s alternative education campus, dedicated to providing a personalized and flexible learning environment for students who may struggle in a traditional high school setting. The school focuses on credit recovery, accelerated learning, and vocational opportunities, ensuring that students remain on track toward graduation despite personal, academic, or social challenges. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering close relationships between staff and students, the school aims to create a supportive culture that prioritizes student engagement and long-term success.
The campus emphasizes a student-centered approach that balances academic rigor with social-emotional support. Beyond core coursework, Viola DeWalt offers pathways that help students prepare for post-secondary life, whether that includes entering the workforce, enrolling in trade programs, or pursuing higher education. As a vital part of the La Porte Independent School District, the school functions as a "school of choice" that empowers students to overcome obstacles, regain their academic confidence, and earn a high school diploma in a focused, professional environment.
The campus emphasizes a student-centered approach that balances academic rigor with social-emotional support. Beyond core coursework, Viola DeWalt offers pathways that help students prepare for post-secondary life, whether that includes entering the workforce, enrolling in trade programs, or pursuing higher education. As a vital part of the La Porte Independent School District, the school functions as a "school of choice" that empowers students to overcome obstacles, regain their academic confidence, and earn a high school diploma in a focused, professional environment.
163
Total Students
20.1
Full-Time Teachers
8.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 77 |
| Hispanic | 72 |
| Black | 10 |
| Two or More | 3 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White77 (47.2%)
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Hispanic72 (44.2%)
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Black10 (6.1%)
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Two or More3 (1.8%)
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American Indian1 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | LA PORTE ISD |
| Phone: | (281)604-6900 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 163 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 77 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
17
Grade 10
36
Grade 11
50
Grade 12
60
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 17 |
| Grade 10 | 36 |
| Grade 11 | 50 |
| Grade 12 | 60 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 78 | 47.9% |
| Male | 85 | 52.1% |
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