PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM 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 PHARR, TX with about 775 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 40 teachers, PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School, located in Pharr, Texas, is a specialized campus within the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District. As a designated T-STEM (Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) academy, the school focuses on providing students with a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum that emphasizes STEM-related fields. By integrating hands-on learning with advanced academic instruction, the school prepares students to tackle complex challenges in an increasingly technology-driven global workforce.

Beyond its STEM focus, the school operates as an Early College High School, offering students the unique opportunity to earn a high school diploma alongside an associate degree or significant college credit hours—often at no cost—before graduation. This model is designed to bridge the gap between secondary and post-secondary education, fostering a college-going culture and equipping students with the professional skills and academic foundation necessary for success in higher education and competitive career paths.

For more information, contact PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S at (956) 784-8525 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.