Serving 275 students in grades 6-8, Early College Stem Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Early College Stem Academy's student population of 275 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Motto
Start with Us. Grow with Us.
School Rankings
Early College Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College Stem Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6516 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Raul Yzaguirre Schools For Success
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College Stem Academy's ranking?
Early College Stem Academy is ranked #6516 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Early College Stem Academy?
275 students attend Early College Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Early College Stem Academy students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College Stem Academy?
Early College Stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early College Stem Academy offer ?
Early College Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Early College Stem Academy part of?
Early College Stem Academy is part of Raul Yzaguirre Schools For Success.
In what neighborhood is Early College Stem Academy located?
Early College Stem Academy is located in the Park Place neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Park Place.
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