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La Feria Academy
High School · LA FERIA ISD
505 N VILLARREAL ST, La Feria, TX 78559
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About La Feria Academy
La Feria Academy is a public high school in La Feria, TX, part of the LA FERIA ISD. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 18% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $48,117, where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, La Feria Academy 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1, La Feria Academy 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Address
- 505 N VILLARREAL ST, La Feria, TX 78559
- Website
- laferiaisd.org
- Phone
- (956) 797-8360
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 3 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
505 N VILLARREAL ST, La Feria, TX 78559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Feria Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LA FERIA EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away). Another option is MERCEDES ACADEMIC ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Mercedes). Additionally, SANTA MARIA H S (rated 5.7/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria). For more schools in La Feria, see our La Feria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W B GREEN J H La Feria | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| LA FERIA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Feria | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| C E VAIL EL La Feria | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| NOEMI DOMINGUEZ EL La Feria | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| DAVID G SANCHEZ EL La Feria | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SAM HOUSTON EL La Feria | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| MERCEDES ACADEMIC ACADEMY Mercedes | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE Mercedes | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| STUART PLACE EL Harlingen | 4.5 mi | 4.4 |
| RUBEN HINOJOSA EL Mercedes | 4.6 mi | 4.5 |
| DR HESIQUIO RODRIGUEZ EL Harlingen | 5.1 mi | 4.4 |
| MERCEDES H S Mercedes | 5.2 mi | 4.5 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MERCEDES Mercedes | 5.3 mi | 4.2 |
| SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL MIDDLE Mercedes | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| TONY GONZALEZ EL Santa Maria | 6.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SANTA MARIA ACADEMIC ACADEMY-OPTIONS CAMPUS (6-12) Santa Maria | 6.0 mi | — |
| SANTA MARIA MIDDLE Santa Maria | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MOISES VELA MIDDLE Harlingen | 5.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SANTA MARIA DAEP Santa Maria | 6.1 mi | — |
| SANTA MARIA H S Santa Maria | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,117
Median Home Value
$99,900
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
12,752
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Median Age
32.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding La Feria Academy has a median household income of $48,117. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $99,900, with a median rent of $985/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Feria Academy
What grades does La Feria Academy serve?
La Feria Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend La Feria Academy?
La Feria Academy has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Feria Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at La Feria Academy is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at La Feria Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, La Feria Academy has 25.0% math proficiency and 17.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is La Feria Academy a charter school?
No, La Feria Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Feria Academy a Title I school?
No, La Feria Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Feria Academy?
84.2% of students at La Feria Academy 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,035/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (La Feria). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Cameron County
- Phone
- (956) 797-8360
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LA FERIA ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,882
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,044
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