Pharr-San Juan-Alamo North Early College High School is a public school in Pharr, Texas. It is part of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District and is one of the district's six high schools. Located at 500 E. Nolana Loop, the school serves students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 2,229 students in grades 9-12, Psja North Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Psja North Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Psja North Early College High School's student population of 2,229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Colors
Black, Silver
School Rankings
Psja North Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Psja North Early College High School is 0.02, 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
#3794 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Psja North Early College High School's ranking?
Psja North Early College High School is ranked #3794 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Psja North Early College High School often compared to?
Psja North Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Psja Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Psja North Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Psja North Early College High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Psja North Early College High School?
2,229 students attend Psja North Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Psja North Early College High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Psja North Early College High School?
Psja North Early College High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Psja North Early College High School offer ?
Psja North Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Psja North Early College High School part of?
Psja North Early College High School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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