The Stem Academy serves 755 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Stem Academy's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
755 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Stem Academy is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Stem Academy?
755 students attend The Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of The Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Stem Academy?
The Stem Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Stem Academy offer ?
The Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is The Stem Academy part of?
The Stem Academy is part of Ector County Independent School District.
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