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#614 of 883 private schools in TX
St Joseph Academy
High School
101 SAINT JOSEPH DR, Brownsville, TX 78520
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#614 of 883
In Brownsville
#5 of 7
public schools
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St Joseph Academy
High School in Brownsville · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Academy
St Joseph Academy is a private high school in Brownsville, TX. St Joseph Academy serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #614 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph 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
BetaHow St Joseph Academy compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Brownsville, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Academy (this school) | 5.7 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - BROWNSVILLE | 3.2 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-BROWNSVILLE | 3.6 |
| STELL MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| BRYSS ACADEMY | 8.9 |
| BROWNSVILLE EARLY COLLEGE H S | 7.8 |
| FAULK MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S | 6.9 |
| HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S | 7.0 |
| PACE EARLY COLLEGE H S | 7.7 |
| OLIVEIRA MIDDLE | 7.3 |
| IDEA RIVERVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.1 |
| MANZANO MIDDLE | 7.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - BROWNSVILLE | 8.0 |
| PERKINS MIDDLE | 7.0 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 8.2 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.8 |
| VELA MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE | 8.8 |
| STILLMAN MIDDLE | 7.8 |
| BESTEIRO MIDDLE | 7.2 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Brownsville
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
101 SAINT JOSEPH DR, Brownsville, TX 78520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-BROWNSVILLE (rated 3.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE (rated 3.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHARP EL Brownsville | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MARTIN EL Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| BROWNSVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PUTEGNAT EL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SKINNER EL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| STELL MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| RUSSELL EL Brownsville | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.2 mi | — |
| BRYSS ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| PEREZ EL Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD CORAM DEO CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.4 mi | — |
| PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| CANALES EL Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| KENMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,331
Median Home Value
$129,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
63,337
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COAHOMA H S Coahoma, TX | 5.7 |
| RICE H S Altair, TX | 5.7 |
| TULIA H S Tulia, TX | 5.7 |
| WAYSIDE SCI-TECH MIDDLE AND H S Austin, TX | 5.7 |
| ANAHUAC H S Anahuac, TX | 5.8 |
| BETA ACADEMY Houston, TX | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Academy
What grades does St Joseph Academy serve?
St Joseph Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend St Joseph Academy?
St Joseph Academy has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Academy is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Academy rank in TX?
St Joseph Academy ranks #614 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Joseph Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Academy a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Joseph Academy a religious school?
St Joseph Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Gender Split
- 6% M / 94% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Phone
- (956) 542-3581
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