South Texas ISD Medical Professions, also known as Medical Academy, is a high school in Olmito, Texas, Texas, United States. The school was opened in 2003 as South Texas Academy of Medical Technology in San Benito and changed its name in 2012 to South Texas Academy for Medical Professions.
Serving 820 students in grades 9-12, South Texas Isd Medical Professions 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Texas Isd Medical Professions ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Texas Isd Medical Professions's student population of 820 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
820 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
White, Light blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Texas Isd Medical Professions 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 South Texas Isd Medical Professions is 0.08, 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
#2506 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Angel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Texas Isd Medical Professions's ranking?
South Texas Isd Medical Professions is ranked #2506 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are South Texas Isd Medical Professions often compared to?
South Texas Isd Medical Professionsis often viewed alongside schools like Harlingen School Of Health Professions, Veterans Memorial Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Texas Isd Medical Professions?
The graduation rate of South Texas Isd Medical Professions is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Texas Isd Medical Professions?
820 students attend South Texas Isd Medical Professions.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Texas Isd Medical Professions students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Texas Isd Medical Professions?
South Texas Isd Medical Professions has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Texas Isd Medical Professions offer ?
South Texas Isd Medical Professions offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Texas Isd Medical Professions part of?
South Texas Isd Medical Professions is part of South Texas Independent School District.
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