Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Early College High School is a public school in San Juan, Texas. It is part of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District and is one of the district's six high schools. It educates over 2,500 students.
Serving 2,360 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 higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- 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%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Psja Early College High School's student population of 2,360 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 166 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
166 teachers
Year Founded
1919
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Psja Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 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
#3063 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pharr-san Juan-alamo Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Psja Early College High School's ranking?
Psja Early College High School is ranked #3063 out of 8,188 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 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 41% 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%.
How many students attend Psja Early College High School?
2,360 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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