Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (Isd)

The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates a diverse set of 42 schools, including 25 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 9 high schools. The district serves a community with high levels of economic disadvantage, with most schools having 80-100% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. However, the district has several standout high-performing schools that are worth highlighting.

At the top of the district's schools are the four Psja Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School, Psja North Early College High School, Psja Memorial Early College High School, and Psja Southwest Early College High School. These early college high schools rank among the top 224 high schools in Texas and have exceptional performance, with over 80% proficiency on STAAR EOC exams and 95-100% four-year graduation rates. In contrast, the district's alternative high school, Elvis J Ballew High School, has a 0% four-year graduation rate and a 13% dropout rate, indicating a need for more effective interventions for at-risk students.

Among the elementary schools, Aida C Escobar Elementary, Carmen Anaya Elementary, and Graciela Garcia Elementary stand out as high-performing, ranking in the top 800 to 1,100 schools in Texas and achieving 50-80% proficiency in reading and math. Overall, the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD has a mix of strong and struggling schools, highlighting the need to address disparities in academic achievement and ensure all students have access to a quality education.