Serving 179 students in grades 9-12, Frank L Madla Early College High School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank L Madla Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Frank L Madla Early College High School's student population of 179 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Frank L Madla Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank L Madla Early College High School is 0.12, 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
#2714 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank L Madla Early College High School's ranking?
Frank L Madla Early College High School is ranked #2714 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frank L Madla Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Frank L Madla Early College High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Frank L Madla Early College High School?
179 students attend Frank L Madla Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Frank L Madla Early College High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank L Madla Early College High School?
Frank L Madla Early College High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank L Madla Early College High School offer ?
Frank L Madla Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Frank L Madla Early College High School part of?
Frank L Madla Early College High School is part of New Frontiers Public Schools Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank L Madla Early College High School located?
Frank L Madla Early College High School is located in the South San Antonio neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Antonio.
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