Psja Early Start serves 508 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Psja Early Start ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Psja Early Start's student population of 508 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Opportunities for All'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Psja Early Start is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Psja Early Start?
508 students attend Psja Early Start.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Psja Early Start students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Psja Early Start?
Psja Early Start has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Psja Early Start offer ?
Psja Early Start offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Psja Early Start part of?
Psja Early Start is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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