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#314 of 883 private schools in TX

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San Jacinto Christian Academy

School

501 S CAROLINA ST, Amarillo, TX 79106

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#314 of 883

In Amarillo

#5 of 7

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About San Jacinto Christian Academy

San Jacinto Christian Academy is a private school in Amarillo, TX. San Jacinto Christian Academy serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. San Jacinto Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #314 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, San Jacinto Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

San Jacinto Christian 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 San Jacinto Christian Academy compares to 76 public schools serving similar grades in Amarillo, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.2:1

This School

14.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

270

This School

514

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.9% vs 0%

Asian 2.2% vs 0%

Black 1.1% vs 0%

San Jacinto Christian Academy Amarillo Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
San Jacinto Christian Academy (this school)	—	270	8.2:1	6.8
SAN JACINTO EL	0.1 mi	384	13.2:1	3.7
HOUSTON MIDDLE	0.5 mi	571	11.9:1	4.9
WILLS EL	0.6 mi	484	15.6:1	8.1
AMTECH CAREER ACADEMY	0.8 mi	11	0.3:1	—
BIVINS EL	1.2 mi	420	16.2:1	6.1
TASCOSA H S	1.3 mi	2,208	16.6:1	5.8
AVONDALE EL	1.4 mi	489	15.3:1	6.5
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL ACADEMY	1.4 mi	352	15.3:1	6.7
NORTH HEIGHTS ALTER	1.6 mi	120	3.6:1	5.0
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY	1.9 mi	334	15.2:1	6.9
WOLFLIN EL	1.9 mi	316	13.7:1	8.4
AUSTIN MIDDLE	1.9 mi	687	16.4:1	5.8
OLSEN PARK EL	2.1 mi	384	17.5:1	7.1
CORONADO EL	2.3 mi	384	13.7:1	5.4
CROCKETT MIDDLE	2.5 mi	860	17.2:1	7.2
MANN MIDDLE	2.6 mi	426	13.3:1	5.5
PARK HILLS EL	2.6 mi	229	12.1:1	7.3
JOHNNY N ALLEN-6TH GRADE CAMPUS	2.7 mi	201	15.5:1	4.7
WOODLANDS EL	2.8 mi	454	18.2:1	8.3
LAMAR EL	2.8 mi	286	11.4:1	4.7

Showing 20 of 76 schools. View all schools in Amarillo

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+ 6.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,305

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 33%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 270

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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 80.0%

Hispanic 15.9%

Asian 2.2%

Black 1.1%

Two or More 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

501 S CAROLINA ST, Amarillo, TX 79106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering San Jacinto Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WOLFLIN EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLS EL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROCKETT MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Amarillo, see our Amarillo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SAN JACINTO EL Amarillo	0.1 mi	384	3.7
WILLS EL Amarillo	0.6 mi	484	8.1
HOUSTON MIDDLE Amarillo	0.5 mi	571	4.9
AMTECH CAREER ACADEMY Amarillo	0.8 mi	11	—
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Amarillo	1.0 mi	215	5.8
TASCOSA H S Amarillo	1.3 mi	2,208	5.8
BIVINS EL Amarillo	1.2 mi	420	6.1
AVONDALE EL Amarillo	1.4 mi	489	6.5
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL ACADEMY Amarillo	1.4 mi	352	6.7
ST MARYS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Amarillo	1.6 mi	88	6.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Amarillo	1.8 mi	38	6.9
NORTH HEIGHTS ALTER Amarillo	1.6 mi	120	5.0
AUSTIN MIDDLE Amarillo	1.9 mi	687	5.8
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Amarillo	1.9 mi	334	6.9
WOLFLIN EL Amarillo	1.9 mi	316	8.4
PREMIER H S OF AMARILLO Lewisville	2.2 mi	242	5.6
OLSEN PARK EL Amarillo	2.1 mi	384	7.1
CORONADO EL Amarillo	2.3 mi	384	5.4
CROCKETT MIDDLE Amarillo	2.5 mi	860	7.2
AMARILLO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Amarillo	2.8 mi	21	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,407

Median Home Value

$163,100

Median Rent

$995/mo

Population

27,900

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

35.5

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ANGLETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Angleton, TX	294	6.8
ANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi, TX	264	6.8
CHAPARRAL STAR ACADEMY Austin, TX	360	6.8
COVINGTON SCHOOL Covington, TX	334	6.8
FORESTBURG SCHOOL Forestburg, TX	184	6.8
NEWCASTLE SCHOOL Newcastle, TX	225	6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about San Jacinto Christian Academy

What grades does San Jacinto Christian Academy serve?

San Jacinto Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend San Jacinto Christian Academy?

San Jacinto Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at San Jacinto Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at San Jacinto Christian Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does San Jacinto Christian Academy rank in TX?

San Jacinto Christian Academy ranks #314 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is San Jacinto Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

San Jacinto Christian 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 San Jacinto Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, San Jacinto Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is San Jacinto Christian Academy a religious school?

San Jacinto Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 74 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 26 Some Transit
Bike Score: 57 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 270
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 33
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Potter County
Phone: (806) 350-9210

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