Serving 303 students in grades 9-12, Early College T-stem Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College T-stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Early College T-stem Academy's student population of 303 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Early College T-stem Academy 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 Early College T-stem Academy is 0.00, 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
#5307 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College T-stem Academy's ranking?
Early College T-stem Academy is ranked #5307 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College T-stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Early College T-stem Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Early College T-stem Academy?
303 students attend Early College T-stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Early College T-stem Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College T-stem Academy?
Early College T-stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early College T-stem Academy offer ?
Early College T-stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Early College T-stem Academy part of?
Early College T-stem Academy is part of Raul Yzaguirre Schools For Success.
In what neighborhood is Early College T-stem Academy located?
Early College T-stem Academy is located in the Park Place neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Park Place.
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