Serving 614 students in grades 7-8, South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy's student population of 614 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy is 0.35, 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
#502 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy's ranking?
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy is ranked #502 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy often compared to?
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Middle School, Jackson Technology Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy?
614 students attend South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy?
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy offer ?
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy part of?
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy is part of South Texas ISD School District.
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