Summary:
The Raul Yzaguirre Schools For Success district contains a single high school, Early College T-Stem Academy, serving grades 9 through 12 in Houston, Texas, with a small enrollment of 303 students.
Early College T-Stem Academy is a standout for its remarkable academic improvement and high graduation rate despite serving a student body where 97% are economically disadvantaged. The school has shown a clear upward trajectory, jumping from the 56th to the 63rd percentile in state rankings between the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. This progress is driven by significant gains in Biology (76.09% proficient, above the state average of 70.51%) and Algebra I (53.7% proficient). The school also boasts an exceptional 98.3% graduation rate and a very low 0.3% dropout rate, outperforming state averages in three of five core subjects: Biology, English II Reading (64.63% vs. 59.88% state), and U.S. History (77.11% vs. 70.17% state). A low student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1 and above-average spending of $15,222 per student support this success.
While the school excels in many areas, English I Reading remains a persistent challenge, with only 51.4% of students meeting proficiency compared to the state average of 55.43%. This is a key area for continued focus. Overall, Early College T-Stem Academy demonstrates that a targeted "Early College" and STEM-focused model, combined with strong support systems, can drive high achievement and near-universal graduation, even in a high-poverty setting. The school is clearly on the rise and offers a compelling option for families seeking a small, supportive environment with a proven track record of improvement.
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