Psja Early Start serves 527 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Psja Early Start's student population of 527 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
527 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Opportunities for All'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Psja Early Start is 0.04, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Psja Early Start?
527 students attend Psja Early Start.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Psja Early Start students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Psja Early Start?
Psja Early Start has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Psja Early Start offer ?
Psja Early Start offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Psja Early Start part of?
Psja Early Start is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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