PSJA EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD school district, located in SAN JUAN, TX with about 2,114 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 138 teachers, PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

PSJA Early College High School, located in San Juan, Texas, is a flagship campus within the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District. The school is widely recognized for its robust "Early College" model, which provides students with a unique opportunity to earn a high school diploma alongside an associate degree or significant college credit hours—at no cost to their families—before they even graduate high school. By partnering with local institutions like South Texas College, the school bridges the gap between secondary and higher education, aiming to increase college readiness and graduation rates among a diverse student population.

Beyond its academic rigor, PSJA Early College High School fosters a comprehensive campus culture that balances competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various extracurricular activities. The school places a heavy emphasis on student support services and community involvement, striving to eliminate systemic barriers to higher education. Its mission is centered on empowering students from the Rio Grande Valley to become successful, globally competitive citizens by providing them with the resources to transition seamlessly into university studies or the professional workforce.

For more information, contact PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S at (956) 354-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.