Serving 764 students in grades 9-12, South Texas Isd Science Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Texas Isd Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Texas Isd Science Academy's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Texas Isd Science Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Texas Isd Science Academy is 0.39, 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
#185 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Texas Isd Science Academy's ranking?
South Texas Isd Science Academy is ranked #185 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are South Texas Isd Science Academy often compared to?
South Texas Isd Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mcallen High School, Lamar Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Texas Isd Science Academy?
The graduation rate of South Texas Isd Science Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Texas Isd Science Academy?
764 students attend South Texas Isd Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of South Texas Isd Science Academy students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Texas Isd Science Academy?
South Texas Isd Science Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Texas Isd Science Academy offer ?
South Texas Isd Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Texas Isd Science Academy part of?
South Texas Isd Science Academy is part of South Texas ISD School District.
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