Serving 71 students in grades 9-12, Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi's student population of 71 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi 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 Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi is 0.41, 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
#7548 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
75%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
17%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi's ranking?
Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi is ranked #7548 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi?
The graduation rate of Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi is 60-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi?
71 students attend Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi?
Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi offer ?
Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi part of?
Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi is part of Por Vida Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi located?
Por Vida Academy Corpus Christi is located in the South Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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