Serving 19 students in grades 9-12, La Feria Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Feria Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
La Feria Academy's student population of 19 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of La Feria Academy is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Feria Academy?
The graduation rate of La Feria Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend La Feria Academy?
19 students attend La Feria Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of La Feria Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Feria Academy?
La Feria Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Feria Academy offer ?
La Feria Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Feria Academy part of?
La Feria Academy is part of La Feria Independent School District.
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