Serving 144 students in grades 9-12, Frank M Tejeda Academy ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frank M Tejeda Academy's student population of 144 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
144 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings
Frank M Tejeda 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 Frank M Tejeda Academy is 0.02, 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
#8080 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
4%
8%
Showing 2000–2009. View full 11-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank M Tejeda Academy's ranking?
Frank M Tejeda Academy is ranked #8080 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frank M Tejeda Academy?
The graduation rate of Frank M Tejeda Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Frank M Tejeda Academy?
144 students attend Frank M Tejeda Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Frank M Tejeda Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank M Tejeda Academy?
Frank M Tejeda Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank M Tejeda Academy offer ?
Frank M Tejeda Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Frank M Tejeda Academy part of?
Frank M Tejeda Academy is part of Harlandale Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank M Tejeda Academy located?
Frank M Tejeda Academy is located in the Kingsborough Ridge neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Kingsborough Ridge.
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