SHIRLEEN ZACHARIAS EARLY CLGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

SHIRLEEN ZACHARIAS EARLY CLGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the SOMERSET ISD school district, located in SOMERSET, TX with about 115 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 7 teachers, SHIRLEEN ZACHARIAS EARLY CLGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

The Shirleen Zacharias Early College Leadership Academy (SZ ECLA), located in Somerset, Texas, is an innovative educational institution within the Somerset Independent School District designed to bridge the gap between high school and higher education. As an Early College High School, the academy focuses on providing students with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma while simultaneously accumulating significant college credit—often up to an associate degree—at little to no cost to the student. This model is intended to accelerate the path to post-secondary success and reduce the financial burden of future university education.

Beyond its academic rigor, the school is built upon a foundation of leadership development, as suggested by its name. The academy emphasizes cultivating professional skills, civic responsibility, and academic discipline to prepare students for the demands of collegiate environments and competitive career paths. By creating a supportive, smaller learning community, the Shirleen Zacharias Early College Leadership Academy aims to empower students to reach their full potential and succeed in an increasingly globalized workforce.

For more information, contact SHIRLEEN ZACHARIAS EARLY CLGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY at (866) 852-9858 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.