PSJA SONIA M SOTOMAYOR HIGH SCHOOL

PSJA SONIA M SOTOMAYOR 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 106 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 10 teachers, PSJA SONIA M SOTOMAYOR 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.

PSJA Sonia M. Sotomayor Early College High School is part of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD) in Pharr, Texas. As an "Early College" institution, the school is specifically designed to provide students with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma while simultaneously earning up to two years of college credit—or even an associate degree—at little to no cost. This model is intended to bridge the gap between high school and higher education, helping students gain a competitive edge for university enrollment and future career paths.

The school is named in honor of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and operates within a district known for its emphasis on biliteracy, dual-language programs, and college readiness. Like other schools in the PSJA system, Sotomayor High School focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that encourages students from all backgrounds to pursue post-secondary education. By partnering with local institutions like South Texas College, the campus provides students with access to rigorous coursework, specialized academic advising, and a culture that prioritizes student achievement and long-term professional success.

For more information, contact PSJA SONIA M SOTOMAYOR H S at (956) 354-2510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1200 E POLK
PHARR, TX 78577
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PSJA SONIA M SOTOMAYOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PHARR, TX with about 106 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
106
Teachers:
10.43
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 106 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PSJA SONIA M SOTOMAYOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 99% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
99.1%
White
0.9%

Female
100.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.