SOUTH TEXAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY

SOUTH TEXAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the SOUTH TEXAS ISD school district, located in EDINBURG, TX with about 615 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 41 teachers, SOUTH TEXAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY 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.

SOUTH TEXAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY (STPA), located in Edinburg, Texas, is a prestigious public magnet middle school that serves as part of the South Texas Independent School District (STISD). Renowned for its rigorous academic environment, the school focuses on providing a challenging curriculum that prepares students for success in high school and beyond. As a magnet school, it draws students from across the Rio Grande Valley, fostering a diverse and competitive student body that is dedicated to high achievement and collaborative learning.

The school is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence, frequently earning top state and national rankings for its academic performance. Beyond the classroom, STPA emphasizes holistic development, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, clubs, and competitive sports designed to nurture leadership skills and personal growth. By combining high-level instruction with a supportive community culture, SOUTH TEXAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY prepares its students to excel in a global society while maintaining a strong emphasis on character and academic integrity.

For more information, contact SOUTH TEXAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY at (956) 381-5522 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.