TXHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY — School Profile & District Info

High|MERCEDES, Texas|SOUTH TEXAS ISD

MERCEDES, TX 78570

School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
846
Student:Teacher
15.4:1
Locale
Suburban
Econ. Disadvantaged
50.5%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
85-89%
Math Proficiency
65-69%
Graduation Rate
>=95%
Chronic Absenteeism
3.3%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program
22 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.3:1
Near average in TX

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$17,956
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 12%State 42%Local 46%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$189,534
-0.4% YoY
McAllen, TX metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
High
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

840
Current enrollment
Stable(+10% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY

As of the most recent data, 846 students are enrolled at SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY. It is a High school within the local district.

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