Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Graduation Rate: 60-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 91% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (22-23)
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
School Rankings
Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#5531 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
1%
8%
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 is Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School's ranking?
Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School is ranked #5531 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School?
The graduation rate of Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School?
47 students attend Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School students are Hispanic.
What grades does Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School offer ?
Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School part of?
Psja Sonia M Sotomayor High School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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