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#575 of 883 private schools in TX

Juan Diego Academy

High School

5208 S FM 494, Mission, TX 78572

Private

Enrollment

94

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Texas private schools

#575 of 883

In Mission

#1 of 2

public schools

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Juan Diego Academy

5.9/10

High School in Mission · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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About Juan Diego Academy

Juan Diego Academy is a private high school in Mission, TX. Juan Diego Academy serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan Diego Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it compares0.4 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 94 students, Juan Diego Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Juan Diego Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Juan Diego Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Juan Diego Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Mission, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
94
This School
vs
1,227
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 85.1% vs 0%
White 8.5% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Juan Diego Academy Mission Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Juan Diego Academy (this school) 5.9
IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY MISSION 6.3
MISSION H S 5.6
SHARYLAND H S 8.3
SHARYLAND ADVANCED ACADEMIC ACADEMY 7.2
IDEA NORTH MISSION COLLEGE PREPARATORY 5.7
VETERANS MEMORIAL H S 5.8
IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY 8.6
LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S 5.5
SHARYLAND PIONEER H S 7.4
JUAREZ-LINCOLN H S 5.1
HIDALGO CO J J A E P

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,464
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Enrollment 94
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 85.1%
White 8.5%
Two or More 3.2%
Black 2.1%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5208 S FM 494, Mission, TX 78572

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Juan Diego Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY MISSION (rated 6.3/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PREMIER H S OF MISSION (rated 5.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JUAN DIEGO ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
JUAN DIEGO ACADEMY Mission 0.0 mi 5.3
B L GRAY J H Mission 1.4 mi 8.5
HARRY SHIMOTSU EL Mission 1.9 mi 8.6
PREMIER H S OF MISSION Lewisville 2.9 mi 5.5
RUBEN HINOJOSA EL Mission 2.8 mi 8.3
CASTRO EL Mission 3.4 mi 7.2
LAVALETTE INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI INSTITUTE LLC Mission 3.5 mi
EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Mission 3.5 mi 7.7
LEAL EL Mission 3.7 mi 6.8
IDEA LOS ENCINOS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mcallen 3.5 mi 8.1
IDEA LOS ENCINOS ACADEMY Mcallen 3.5 mi 7.9
PEARSON EL Mission 3.9 mi 5.2
LLOYD & DOLLY BENTSEN EL Mission 3.8 mi 6.6
IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY MISSION Mission 3.9 mi 6.3
IDEA ACADEMY MISSION Mission 3.9 mi 6.6
BRILLANTE ACADEMY Mission 4.4 mi 5.4
HOUSTON EL Mcallen 3.9 mi 7.0
BRYAN EL Mission 4.4 mi 6.9
MARCELL EL Mission 4.4 mi 4.6
MISSION EARLY LEARNING Mission 4.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,029

Median Home Value

$121,900

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

78,197

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

38.2

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HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Amarillo, TX 5.9
NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio, TX 5.9
PREMIER H S OF PALMVIEW Lewisville, TX 5.9
THE BRIDGES ACAD ALTER Colleyville, TX 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Juan Diego Academy

What grades does Juan Diego Academy serve?

Juan Diego Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Juan Diego Academy?

Juan Diego Academy has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan Diego Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Juan Diego Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Juan Diego Academy rank in TX?

Juan Diego Academy ranks #575 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Juan Diego Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Juan Diego Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Juan Diego Academy a private school?

Yes, Juan Diego Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Juan Diego Academy a religious school?

Juan Diego Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
94
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
183 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hidalgo County

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