The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤10% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-29% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 47%) for the 2018-19 school year.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
112 students

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1

American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%

Hispanic
(19-20)94%
53%

Black
(19-20)2%
13%

White
(19-20)3%
27%

Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
2%

Graduation Rate
(18-19)60-64%
89%

Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
91%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keys Academy?
The graduation rate of Keys Academy is 60-64%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Keys Academy?
112 students attend Keys Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Keys Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Keys Academy offer ?
Keys Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Keys Academy part of?
Keys Academy is part of Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District.
Recent Articles

A Story of Overcoming Common Reading Difficulties
Follow the story of Sarah, a fictional character who overcame common reading difficulties with the help of the three cueing system. This blog post explores the advantages and disadvantages of the three cueing system and provides strategies for implementing it effectively.

Voucher Program Update: Florida
Many states now offer voucher programs. We look at the voucher program available in Florida.

Standardized Tests
Standardized tests have a long history in American K-12 education. We examine what standardized tests evaluate and more.