Average
#5925 of 8,552 schools in TX
Student Support Center
School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
4401 GREENWOOD DR, Corpus Christi, TX 78416
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
4th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Corpus Christi
#56 of 83
public schools
Texas schools
#289 of 478
In district
#32 of 52
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Student Support Center
Student Support Center serves 126 students in grades 4-12 as an alternative school in Corpus Christi, Texas. With 23 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, allowing for highly individualized attention and support. The school has earned recognition for its specialized approach, ranking #369 out of 8,598 schools statewide and placing in the 96th percentile among Texas schools.
This strong performance reflects the school's effectiveness in serving students who benefit from an alternative educational environment. MySchoolScout rates the school 7.3 out of 10, indicating solid overall quality. The intimate class sizes and specialized programming suggest Student Support Center is designed to meet the unique needs of students who may require additional academic or behavioral support to succeed.
The school's high ranking demonstrates its success in helping students overcome challenges and achieve academic progress. Located on Greenwood Drive in the 78416 ZIP code area, the school serves a diverse community where the median household income is $44,320 and median home value is $90,400. The surrounding neighborhood has a poverty rate of 20.2%, with 8% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.
Student Support Center operates within Corpus Christi's large city environment, providing crucial alternative educational services to families in Nueces County.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 126 students, Student Support Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
While current test scores at Student Support Center are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, Student Support Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Student Support Center — Students at Student Support Center score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 7 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Student Support Center Compares
See how Student Support Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 24.5% (2014) to 24.5% (2017). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 24.5% (2014) to 10% (2017).
Location
4401 GREENWOOD DR, Corpus Christi, TX 78416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Student Support Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLLEGIATE H S (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| KENNEDY EL Corpus Christi | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GARCIA EL Corpus Christi | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| MOODY H S Corpus Christi | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| SHAW SES Corpus Christi | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| WEST OSO EL Corpus Christi | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| WEST OSO ISD JJAEP Corpus Christi | 1.2 mi | — |
| TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| FANNIN EL Corpus Christi | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST OSO J H Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CUNNINGHAM MIDDLE AT SOUTH PARK Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| HOUSTON EL Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST OSO H S Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| LOS ENCINOS SES Corpus Christi | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ZAVALA EL Corpus Christi | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| COLLEGIATE H S Corpus Christi | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ALLEN EL Corpus Christi | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,726
Median Home Value
$93,100
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
13,116
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
40.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Student Support Center has a median household income of $44,726. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $93,100, with a median rent of $1,066/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| HUIE SPECIAL EDUC CTR Carrollton, TX | 5.3 |
| REGENTS ACADEMY Nacogdoches, TX | 5.3 |
| ARCADIA FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Fe, TX | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Student Support Center
What grades does Student Support Center serve?
Student Support Center serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Student Support Center?
Student Support Center has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Student Support Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Student Support Center is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Student Support Center rank in TX?
Student Support Center is ranked #5925 out of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Student Support Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Student Support Center has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Student Support Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Student Support Center has 21.3% math proficiency and 20.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Student Support Center a charter school?
No, Student Support Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Student Support Center a Title I school?
No, Student Support Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Student Support Center?
90.5% of students at Student Support Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Nueces County
- Phone
- (361) 878-2840
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,053
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,836
- District Rank
- #32 of 52
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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