Below Average
#7377 of 8,552 schools in TX
Psja Early Start
School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
601 E KELLY, Pharr, TX 78577
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 33 schools in Pharr. Learn more
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,377 of 8,552
In Pharr
#36 of 36
public schools
In district
#42 of 42
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Psja Early Start
Psja Early Start is a public school in Pharr, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. Psja Early Start serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Psja Early Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,377 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Psja Early Start Compares
See how Psja Early Start performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 E KELLY, Pharr, TX 78577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Psja Early Start may also want to explore other schools in the area. PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIBERTY MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pharr, see our Pharr schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HENRY FORD EL Pharr | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| BUELL CENTRAL DAEP Pharr | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| ELVIS J BALLEW H S Pharr | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| RAUL LONGORIA EL Pharr | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| VANGUARD REMBRANDT Pharr | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE Pharr | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| THE PHARR ORATORY OF ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL SYSTEM Pharr | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| KELLY-PHARR EL Pharr | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| VANGUARD PICASSO Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| DANIEL RAMIREZ EL Pharr | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Pharr | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| AIDA C ESCOBAR EL Pharr | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN DOEDYNS EL San Juan | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PSJA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS San Juan | 1.7 mi | — |
| DR WILLIAM LONG EL Pharr | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL Pharr | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Juan | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,768
Median Home Value
$111,500
Median Rent
$988/mo
Population
79,903
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
29.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Psja Early Start
What grades does Psja Early Start serve?
Psja Early Start serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Psja Early Start?
Psja Early Start has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Psja Early Start?
The student-teacher ratio at Psja Early Start is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Psja Early Start rank in TX?
Psja Early Start ranks #7,377 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Psja Early Start's MySchoolScout rating?
Psja Early Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Psja Early Start a charter school?
No, Psja Early Start is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Psja Early Start a Title I school?
No, Psja Early Start is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Psja Early Start?
94.1% of students at Psja Early Start 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 354-2801
Resources & Links
District
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD- District Enrollment
- 30,008
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,411
- District Rank
- #42 of 42
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