POR VIDA ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

POR VIDA ACADEMY CHARTER H S is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the POR VIDA ACADEMY school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 119 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, POR VIDA ACADEMY CHARTER H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Por Vida Academy Charter High School, located on Mission Road in San Antonio, is a specialized charter school dedicated to serving students who have faced challenges in traditional educational settings. The school operates with a focus on dropout prevention and recovery, providing a supportive, small-group environment designed to help students earn their high school diplomas. By emphasizing individualized attention and flexible learning paths, the academy aims to re-engage students who may have previously struggled academically or socially, helping them build the confidence and skills necessary to succeed.

The school’s philosophy centers on the idea that every student deserves a personalized approach to learning. Beyond core academics, Por Vida Academy integrates character development and social-emotional support to address the holistic needs of its student body. By maintaining a smaller campus community and fostering strong relationships between students and staff, the school works to remove common barriers to graduation, ultimately preparing its graduates for post-secondary education, vocational training, or the workforce.

For more information, contact POR VIDA ACADEMY CHARTER H S at (210) 775-1132 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.