Serving 2,300 students in grades 9-12, Psja Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PSJA Early College High School serves the northeast part of San Juan, TX, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Psja Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Psja Early College High School's student population of 2,300 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 173 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,300 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
173 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1919
School Rankings
Psja Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Psja Early College High School is 0.02, 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
#3300 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
98%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Pharr-san Juan-alamo Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Psja Early College High School's ranking?
Psja Early College High School is ranked #3300 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Psja Early College High School often compared to?
Psja Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Psja North Early College High School, Valley View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Psja Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Psja Early College High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Psja Early College High School?
2,300 students attend Psja Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Psja Early College High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Psja Early College High School?
Psja Early College High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Psja Early College High School offer ?
Psja Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Psja Early College High School part of?
Psja Early College High School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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