Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, Por Vida Corpus Christi ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Por Vida Corpus Christi ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Por Vida Corpus Christi's student population of 41 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Por Vida Corpus Christi ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Por Vida Corpus Christi is 0.22, 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
#1856 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
10%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
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 Corpus Christi's ranking?
Por Vida Corpus Christi is ranked #1856 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Por Vida Corpus Christi?
The graduation rate of Por Vida Corpus Christi is 60-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Por Vida Corpus Christi?
41 students attend Por Vida Corpus Christi.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Por Vida Corpus Christi students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Por Vida Corpus Christi?
Por Vida Corpus Christi has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Por Vida Corpus Christi offer ?
Por Vida Corpus Christi offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Por Vida Corpus Christi part of?
Por Vida Corpus Christi is part of Por Vida Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Por Vida Corpus Christi located?
Por Vida Corpus Christi is located in the South Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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