Serving 86 students in grades 6-12, Judson Care 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Judson Care Academy's student population of 86 students has grown by 4200% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Judson Care 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 Judson Care Academy is 0.62, 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
#8061 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
52%
54%
Black
33%
13%
White
8%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted9.3%
16.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judson Care Academy's ranking?
Judson Care Academy is ranked #8061 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Judson Care Academy?
86 students attend Judson Care Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Judson Care Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judson Care Academy?
Judson Care Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Judson Care Academy offer ?
Judson Care Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Judson Care Academy part of?
Judson Care Academy is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Judson Care Academy located?
Judson Care Academy is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Converse, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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