Serving 391 students in grades 9-12, Spring Early College Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Early College Academy at Southridge encompasses the entire school district in Houston, TX, covering approximately 55.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 4.9 miles and the furthest edge located 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Spring Early College Academy's student population of 391 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Early College Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Early College Academy is 0.57, 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
#271 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Early College Academy's ranking?
Spring Early College Academy is ranked #271 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Spring Early College Academy often compared to?
Spring Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Momentum High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Spring Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Spring Early College Academy?
391 students attend Spring Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Spring Early College Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Early College Academy?
Spring Early College Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Early College Academy offer ?
Spring Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spring Early College Academy part of?
Spring Early College Academy is part of Spring Independent School District.
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