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Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12)
High School · SANTA MARIA ISD
P O BOX 448, Santa Maria, TX 78592
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
1.5:1
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
1.5:1
Grades
12th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12)
Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) is a public high school in Santa Maria, TX, part of the SANTA MARIA ISD. The school serves approximately 6 students in grades 12th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1.5:1. Students demonstrate 18% proficiency in math and 18% in reading/language arts.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 6 students, Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) 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 1.5:1, Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) 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.
Located in a rural area, Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.5:1
- Address
- P O BOX 448, Santa Maria, TX 78592
- Phone
- (956) 565-9144
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 448, Santa Maria, TX 78592
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LA FERIA EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 6.6/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby La Feria). Another option is MERCEDES ACADEMIC ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Mercedes). Additionally, SANTA MARIA H S (rated 5.7/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TONY GONZALEZ EL Santa Maria | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SANTA MARIA DAEP Santa Maria | 0.1 mi | — |
| SANTA MARIA H S Santa Maria | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SANTA MARIA MIDDLE Santa Maria | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| DAVID G SANCHEZ EL La Feria | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NOEMI DOMINGUEZ EL La Feria | 5.3 mi | 6.3 |
| C E VAIL EL La Feria | 5.4 mi | 3.7 |
| W B GREEN J H La Feria | 5.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE Mercedes | 5.7 mi | 5.5 |
| LA FERIA ACADEMY La Feria | 6.0 mi | — |
| MERCEDES ACADEMIC ACADEMY Mercedes | 5.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LA FERIA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Feria | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MERCEDES H S Mercedes | 5.8 mi | 4.5 |
| RUBEN HINOJOSA EL Mercedes | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SAM HOUSTON EL La Feria | 6.3 mi | 4.8 |
| TRAVIS EL Mercedes | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MERCEDES Mercedes | 6.5 mi | 4.2 |
| MERCEDES EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Mercedes | 6.7 mi | 4.0 |
| MERCEDES EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM Mercedes | 6.7 mi | 4.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mercedes | 6.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78592 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
600
College Educated
3.5%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
50.2
Community Profile
It is a community where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 31.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABERNATHY DAEP Abernathy, TX | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio, TX | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio, TX | — |
| BROOKESMITH DAVINCI Brookesmith, TX | — |
| DAEP Gainesville, TX | — |
| DAEP Shallowater, TX | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12)
What grades does Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) serve?
Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12)?
Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12)?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) is 1.5:1. 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 Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12)?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) has 17.5% math proficiency and 17.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) a charter school?
No, Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) a Title I school?
No, Santa Maria Academic Academy-options Campus (6-12) is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (222/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cameron County
- Phone
- (956) 565-9144
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SANTA MARIA ISD- District Enrollment
- 540
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,319
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