Below Average
#7170 of 8,552 schools in TX
Por Vida Academy Charter H S
High School · POR VIDA ACADEMY
1135 MISSION RD, San Antonio, TX 78210
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,170 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#345 of 516
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
POR VIDA ACADEMY
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Por Vida Academy Charter H S
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About Por Vida Academy Charter H S
Por Vida Academy Charter H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of POR VIDA ACADEMY. Por Vida Academy Charter H S serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Por Vida Academy Charter H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,170 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Por Vida Academy Charter H S show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Por Vida Academy Charter H S 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.
Test scores at Por Vida Academy Charter H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Por Vida Academy Charter H S runs 25.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Por Vida Academy Charter H S — Students at Por Vida Academy Charter H S score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Por Vida Academy Charter H S Compares
See how Por Vida Academy Charter H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1135 MISSION RD, San Antonio, TX 78210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Por Vida Academy Charter H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S (rated 5.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUVENILE DETENT CTR (rated 5.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BRACKENRIDGE H S (rated 5.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| RIVERSIDE PARK EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| KNOX EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ROYAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| HILLCREST EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ROBERT B GREEN EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| E H GILBERT EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PRI AT PAGE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| V M ADAMS EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| BURBANK H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| BRACKENRIDGE H S San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| WRIGHT EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| HARRIS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| HARLANDALE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| HARLANDALE H S San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| BRISCOE EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| KIPP ASPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ESPERANZA PRI San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,990
Median Home Value
$172,700
Median Rent
$1,119/mo
Population
34,740
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
34.8
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| LA VILLA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Villa, TX | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Por Vida Academy Charter H S
What grades does Por Vida Academy Charter H S serve?
Por Vida Academy Charter H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Por Vida Academy Charter H S?
Por Vida Academy Charter H S has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Por Vida Academy Charter H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Por Vida Academy Charter H S is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Por Vida Academy Charter H S rank in TX?
Por Vida Academy Charter H S ranks #7,170 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Por Vida Academy Charter H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Por Vida Academy Charter H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Por Vida Academy Charter H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Por Vida Academy Charter H S has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Por Vida Academy Charter H S a charter school?
Yes, Por Vida Academy Charter H S is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Por Vida Academy Charter H S a Title I school?
No, Por Vida Academy Charter H S is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 775-1132
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
POR VIDA ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 205
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,126
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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