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Marine Military Academy

High School

320 IWO JIMA BLVD, Harlingen, TX 78550

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

225

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Enrollment

225

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#312 of 883

In Harlingen

#2 of 4

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About Marine Military Academy

Marine Military Academy is a private high school in Harlingen, TX. Marine Military Academy serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marine Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #312 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it compares0.5 pts above TX schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Marine Military Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Marine Military 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Marine Military Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Harlingen, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.6:1

This School

13.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

225

This School

653

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 21.8% vs 0%

Black 12.9% vs 0%

Asian 10.7% vs 0%

Marine Military Academy Harlingen Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Marine Military Academy (this school)	—	225	8.6:1	6.8
HARLINGEN SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS	0.9 mi	377	12.2:1	9.4
MEMORIAL MIDDLE	1.1 mi	741	13.2:1	7.4
HARLINGEN H S	1.7 mi	1,931	14.2:1	5.8
EDNA TAMAYO HOUSE	2.1 mi	10	3.3:1	—
VERNON MIDDLE	2.6 mi	696	12.2:1	6.4
DR ABRAHAM P CANO FRESHMAN ACADEMY	3.3 mi	1,035	12.8:1	6.2
COAKLEY MIDDLE	3.5 mi	717	14.1:1	4.9
SECONDARY ALTER CTR	3.8 mi	88	14.7:1	5.2
HARLINGEN COLLEGIATE H S	4.0 mi	360	17.1:1	8.4
HORIZON MONTESSORI III - STEM ACADEMY	4.1 mi	334	14.5:1	6.5
GUTIERREZ MIDDLE	4.2 mi	806	14.7:1	7.3
CAMERON CO J J A E P	4.4 mi	2	—:1	—
IDEA HARLINGEN COLLEGE PREPARATORY	4.5 mi	350	13:1	8.4
HARLINGEN H S - SOUTH	4.8 mi	1,600	14.3:1	6.9
MOISES VELA MIDDLE	5.7 mi	744	13.5:1	7.5

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

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,144

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 225

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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)

White 53.8%

Hispanic 21.8%

Black 12.9%

Asian 10.7%

Native American 0.4%

Two or More 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

320 IWO JIMA BLVD, Harlingen, TX 78550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marine Military Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARLINGEN SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARLINGEN H S (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harlingen, see our Harlingen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HARLINGEN SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS Harlingen	0.9 mi	377	9.4
MEMORIAL MIDDLE Harlingen	1.1 mi	741	7.4
LEE H MEANS EL Harlingen	1.1 mi	713	9.1
HCISD EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Harlingen	1.6 mi	218	7.4
LONG EL Harlingen	1.6 mi	513	4.9
HARLINGEN H S Harlingen	1.7 mi	1,931	5.8
ST ALBANS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Harlingen	1.9 mi	131	7.8
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harlingen	1.9 mi	140	6.4
BONHAM EL Harlingen	2.2 mi	528	5.5
EDNA TAMAYO HOUSE Harlingen	2.1 mi	10	—
AUSTIN EL Harlingen	2.2 mi	301	6.5
VERNON MIDDLE Harlingen	2.6 mi	696	6.4
ZAVALA EL Harlingen	2.6 mi	308	7.2
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Harlingen	2.7 mi	72	6.4
TRAVIS EL Harlingen	3.0 mi	301	6.1
TREASURE HILLS EL Harlingen	3.5 mi	829	5.0
COAKLEY MIDDLE Harlingen	3.5 mi	717	4.9
DR ABRAHAM P CANO FRESHMAN ACADEMY Harlingen	3.3 mi	1,035	6.2
CROCKETT EL Harlingen	3.5 mi	272	6.9
HOUSTON EL Harlingen	3.7 mi	416	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,524

Median Home Value

$120,500

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

54,169

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

52.7%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marine Military Academy

What grades does Marine Military Academy serve?

Marine Military Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Marine Military Academy?

Marine Military Academy has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marine Military Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Marine Military Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Marine Military Academy rank in TX?

Marine Military Academy ranks #312 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Marine Military Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Marine Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Marine Military Academy a private school?

Yes, Marine Military Academy is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Marine Military Academy a religious school?

No, Marine Military Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 7th – 12th
Enrollment: 225
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 26
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Small City
County: Cameron County
Phone: (956) 421-9210

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