Judson Early College Academy

8230 Palisades
San Antonio, TX 78233
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 438 students in grades 9-12, Judson Early College Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Judson Early College Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 55.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.8 miles and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Judson Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Judson Early College Academy's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

Judson Early College Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Judson Early College Academy is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#164 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
75-79%
44%
85-89%
51%
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
59%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
17%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
≥95%
90%
(22-23)
1.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Judson Early College Academy's ranking?
Judson Early College Academy is ranked #164 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Judson Early College Academy often compared to?
Judson Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Karen Wagner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Judson Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Judson Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Judson Early College Academy?
438 students attend Judson Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Judson Early College Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judson Early College Academy?
Judson Early College Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Judson Early College Academy offer ?
Judson Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Judson Early College Academy part of?
Judson Early College Academy is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Judson Early College Academy located?
Judson Early College Academy is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Judson Early College Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 55.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.8 miles and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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