Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Southwest High School is not a public school in Pharr, Texas. It is part of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District and is one of the district's six high schools.
Serving 1,588 students in grades 9-12, Psja Southwest Early College High School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Psja Southwest Early College High School's student population of 1,588 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Opportunities for All
School Rankings
Psja Southwest Early College High School 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 Psja Southwest Early College High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4818 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
23%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Javelina
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Psja Southwest Early College High School's ranking?
Psja Southwest Early College High School is ranked #4818 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Psja Southwest Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Psja Southwest Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Psja Southwest Early College High School?
1,588 students attend Psja Southwest Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Psja Southwest Early College High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Psja Southwest Early College High School?
Psja Southwest 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 Southwest Early College High School offer ?
Psja Southwest Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Psja Southwest Early College High School part of?
Psja Southwest Early College High School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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