Very Good
#2580 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center
High School · TULOSO-MIDWAY ISD
P O BOX 10900, Corpus Christi, TX 78460
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Corpus Christi
#9 of 83
public schools
Texas high schools
#592 of 1,699
In district
#2 of 5
TULOSO-MIDWAY ISD
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center
Tuloso-Midway Academic Career Center serves 40 high school students in grades 9-12 as an alternative school in Corpus Christi, Texas. With just 6 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally small student-teacher ratio of 6.7:1, allowing for highly personalized attention and individualized instruction. The school has earned recognition for its effectiveness, receiving a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking #1444 out of 8598 schools statewide, placing it in the 83rd percentile among Texas schools.
This strong performance is particularly noteworthy for an alternative education setting, which typically serves students who benefit from non-traditional learning environments and specialized support. The intimate school environment, with fewer than 50 students total, creates opportunities for staff to develop close working relationships with each student and tailor educational approaches to individual needs. This small-scale setting can be especially beneficial for students who may have struggled in larger, traditional high school environments.
As an alternative school, Tuloso-Midway Academic Career Center likely provides flexible scheduling, specialized curricula, and additional support services designed to help students succeed academically while preparing for their post-secondary goals. The school operates within the large city environment of Corpus Christi, offering students access to urban resources and opportunities.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 40 students, Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center 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 6.7:1, Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center 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.
Score Breakdown
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Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center — Students at Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 3 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: 8.0/10.
How Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center Compares
See how Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 10900, Corpus Christi, TX 78460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEST OSO H S (rated 6.1/10, 4.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is TULOSO-MIDWAY H S (rated 5.8/10, 4.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED (rated 5.8/10, 5.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TULOSO-MIDWAY INT Corpus Christi | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| GIBSON EL Corpus Christi | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY PRI Corpus Christi | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY H S Corpus Christi | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WEST OSO H S Corpus Christi | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| WEST OSO J H Corpus Christi | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| OAK PARK SPECIAL EMPHASIS SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 4.8 mi | 4.0 |
| WEST OSO EL Corpus Christi | 5.2 mi | 5.1 |
| WEST OSO ISD JJAEP Corpus Christi | 5.2 mi | — |
| GRACE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi | 5.2 mi | — |
| DRISCOLL MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 5.1 mi | 5.5 |
| HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ZAVALA EL Corpus Christi | 5.7 mi | 5.4 |
| KENNEDY EL Corpus Christi | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi | 5.6 mi | 4.2 |
| SHAW SES Corpus Christi | 5.9 mi | 4.1 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi | 5.9 mi | 5.0 |
| DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center
What grades does Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center serve?
Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center?
Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center rank in TX?
Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center is ranked #2580 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 27.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center a charter school?
No, Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center a Title I school?
No, Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center?
92.5% of students at Tuloso-midway Academic Career Center 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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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Nueces County
- Phone
- (361) 903-6450
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
TULOSO-MIDWAY ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,636
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,700
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
Other Schools in This District
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