2024 Best Schools Offering AP Courses in the Brownsville Area

• South Texas Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  353 reviews

Alum: Science Academy was a great school in terms of education quality and classmates. We were also given direct access to advanced equipment in the engineering lab such as 3D Printers, Acrylic Printing Machines, Multiple Cutting Devices, and more- all for free! I am also very fond of the environment I was immersed in. Science Academy is a very competitive school. Its environment only motivated me to do better in my classes. The only thing that kept me from giving this rating a 5 stars was the sudden shift in rules that dampened my senior year. Administration changed a lot of the long term traditions that I anticipating enjoying when I was a freshman and definitely looked forward to as a senior such as the Renfest trip, Collaboration on Fridays, and being able to enjoy lunches with my Med High friends. I hope that the school will be able to recover soon because I want people to enjoy high school as I did as a freshman.... Read 353 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 764

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• South Texas Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  363 reviews

Junior: I have been going to South Texas ISD Health Professions since my Freshman year of High school. I have built so many friendships and relationships. They have the most amazing daily schedules, so I am never overwhelmed or overworked. They have no school uniform policy which really lets students express who they are and allow students to have religious freedom in their style of clothing. The teachers are very involved in the students education!... Read 363 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 940

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Brownsville, TX•

• Private School•

• 7-12

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  153 reviews

Senior: I really like the close and friendly community at SJA. I was able to easily make friends and the teachers are always there to help you. There i a good amount of clubs and organizations to choose from and you can even create your own! Religion is a big part of the community as we have mass each month and prayers every day. The food from for lunch comes from local restaurants or fast food so its generally good and the price is alright. IF the food form the school lunch is not your preference there is also another option to buy from from the school's cafe food. They sell different options available for all students. The school is also well guarded and has a good safe system/ There is cameras and guards placed around the school to check that everything is safe. The facility at SJA is well taken care of, has advanced technology and is very beautiful. They just remodeled our cafe area and it looks really nice. Overall, the community at SJA is very welcoming and the campus is beautiful.... Read 153 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 463

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Mission, TX•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4 out of 5  10 reviews

Alum: Juan Diego Academy is the school for those wondering what they want to do with their life, it supplies ways to express their creative outlets and talents. Not only was JDA an excellent school but it also provided me with a lot of knowledge about how life will be once I enter the real world. One of the most helpful classes for me, was religion, it helped me gain a new outlook on life and I highly recommend their counselor, Veronica Rodriguez. She helped every step of the way through the college decision checklist and made sure each student had all their needs fulfilled.... Read 10 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 66

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Brownsville Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.16 out of 5  254 reviews

Senior: The advanced courses offered to help students work towards their Associates Degree. The help students receive from counselors, administration, teachers, and faculty encourages students to keep going. The students have access to speak to the counselor at any time in regards to academics, certification and scholarships. At BECHS a family is formed to help each other be successful because we all have the same goal in mind. Sometimes it gets difficult but there is always someone there to push the students through the storms. Many lessons are learned at this school that have helped students at the University. The experience students get by attending the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), and students are responsible to finish assignments on Blackboard. Going to the university, gives the students freedom that comes with responsibility and the opportunity to be university students. Although this school does not have sports, it has a dance and running club and many other clubs.... Read 254 reviews

• grade A

• Students 352

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Harlingen, TX•

• Private School•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  46 reviews

Junior: Great school! Small class sizes, great athletes. Super cool place to learn. You can walk to and from the airport. Teachers are the best.... Read 46 reviews

• grade A

• Students 239

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• McAllen Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  242 reviews

Senior: Best opportunities and the best teachers to ever exist. I loved it so so much here. Small school but never ever boring and I loved everyone who attended with me. It’s scary going into a smaller school but somehow there was more opportunities there than anywhere else. We were all blessed with the opportunity for an Associates degree and many of us were able to accomplish that. Achieve does a good job of taking care of their students by being constantly asked how they are, students interacting well with teachers and even just days where learning is made extra fun. Not only that, the district is great as well. Like I said, we were always checked up on and being in a small school, everyone was friends and there was still the best parts of high school. It was scary thinking i wouldn’t have a normal high school experience but Achieve gave me an even better than average experience. I’d like to emphasize the teachers and how amazing they all are. I have never met teachers that were more greatt... Read 242 reviews

• grade A

• Students 402

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• South Texas Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.42 out of 5  248 reviews

Junior: I would say that as a junior in Medical Professions, it has been great since 2020, even virtually the school did everything possible to ensure students were learning by having a zoom meeting at the end of the day with their advisory teacher. Today, most of the teachers stay after school to help students who have a hard time understanding the material, there are very kind, friendly and always willing to help. This school has taught me to overcome every obstacle along the way to reach my goals. It has taught that in life everything is challenging, but with the support of our teachers(for now), integrity, leadership, and determination; your dreams are within reach of your hands. In fact, seniors choose a certificate their last year at Medial Professions such as MA, EMT, Pharmacy and/or Dental Assistant. Passing the final certification exam guarantees a job right after high school and puts you a step closer to your desired profession. This is what I love about my school!... Read 248 reviews

• grade A

• Students 864

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District, TX•

• 8-12

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  Rating 4.54 out of 5  35 reviews

Alum: Harlingen School of Health Professions is the best school in Harlingen, Tx. Their academics is above any other school in Harlingen. Their community involvement is outstanding and their student to teacher ratio is very good. The students and teacher relationship is very professional but also very caring and loving.... Read 35 reviews

• grade A

• Students 359

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• McAllen Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  65 reviews

Alum: IB is a very vigorous program, but I would not be who I am today without it. The best aspect of this campus is the teachers who truly care about you and your successes.... Read 65 reviews

• grade A

• Students 76

• Student-teacher ratio 4:1

• South Texas Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  184 reviews

Senior: World Scholars, as well as the district, have been fantastic. Since junior high, I've been a student in the STISD district, and they have the best instructors. The teachers here are what keep you moving forward; even if you think something is impossible, they will always try to work with you to find a solution; their want to teach you is apparent; it is their passion. The IB classes and dual enrollment programs at World Scholars set it apart from other schools. You can either complete the IB diploma program in its whole or take dual enrollment courses at UTRGV or STC, or take both IB for the diploma and dual! There is a lot of opportunity to advance academically and towards your future.... Read 184 reviews

• grade A

• Students 534

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Sharyland Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  553 reviews

Alum: Majority of my experience at Sharyland High School was beneficial to me as a student where I learned a great deal of qualities and overall knowledge. I was in the marching band and I enrolled in honors, AP, and dual courses and I can say now as a college student, they have helped me prepare for the courses I have taken at university. I had excellent professors, amazing friends that made school even better, and memories that I will never forget. I got opportunities such as performing at the Alamodome twice due to qualifying for State through band, something that has never been done in Sharyland High School history. I was able to travel to Dallas for State twice because I participated in Business Professionals of America and qualified for State Finals both times as well. Best of all, I was able to attend Disney World for the first time on my life with my friends as a trip through band. Overall, although this high school isn't perfect, it has provided with me so many great experiences.... Read 553 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,490

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Idea Public Schools, TX•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  218 reviews

Parent: All throughout Highschool I've been pushed by my coaches and teachers who I have close relationships with, which is mainly all my teachers since in Idea they all strive to better their student and to show that they matter. The environment is nice and the school is not very crowded. Its a great school for wanting to be better in your academics its also a great so for sports, although we don't have the required facilities as a regular public school, our school strives to make the best out of training and having to share a field with all the other sports and athletes we still manage to get great training in, in order to be successful in the sport. You have great motivation to excel in academics you teachers check up on your grades and make sure to see to it that you are passing so that you could have a great start to moving forward into college.... Read 218 reviews

• grade A

• Students 688

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Brownsville Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  639 reviews

Senior: Veterans Memorial is a really good school because of the variety of classes and extracurricular options they give us. The only bad thing I would say about it is how they enforce some of their rules because they don’t do it how they’re supposed to and many people continue to break the specific rule they are trying to enforce. What I would change is the amount of budget every extracurricular sport has since they aren’t able to do much with the budget they have.... Read 639 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 2,016

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• La Joya Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.52 out of 5  161 reviews

Senior: Thelma mostly specializes in any of the STEM majors, the teachers and faculty members are all there to hear you out, they're pretty easy to talk to! It's an early college high school so you graduate with an associate's degree in your major, it's definitely worth it since you can take that degree with you to any other college in Texas (Mainly South Texas College in McAllen). The class (class of 2023, class of 2024, etc.) sizes are pretty small, each being a minimum of 100 students. Unfortunately, they only offer interdisciplinary majors if you're interested in any other career paths.There are very few clubs considering most students usually spend time focusing on their college courses and high school classes. I highly recommend coming here if you're focusing on STEM majors.... Read 161 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 456

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.32 out of 5  142 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed the wide programs we have such as the CNA program that I did, as well as the ability to graduate high-school with an associates degree which i'm proud to say I will complete by the time I graduate in the upcoming year. Im glad we have a lot of freedom to create our own choices rather than let the school do it for us. I have no negatives about this school, it made my high school experience great and I can't imagine being in any other school.... Read 142 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 576

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Sharyland Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.35 out of 5  112 reviews

Sophomore: I honestly like it! The only thing I hate is how strict the dress code is here compared to McAllen High School. Same thing with the lunch options, McHi had a lot of good food options but sharyland really doesn’t have the best options. Other than that, i like it here! Teachers are passionate about their jobs which makes learning better for me. It’s just a great school environment that i’d reccomend.... Read 112 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,422

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Idea Public Schools, TX•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.62 out of 5  50 reviews

Senior: Ive attended Idea Mcallen College Preparatory since its initial opening in 2014. Ever since ive been here the atmosphere has been nothing short of rigourous and encouraging. Its full of counselors that push you and wish to see you succeed in all aspects of life, especially in school. The curriculums are tough, but the teachers themselves understand that, and they help with time management, and assignment management. The student body is also very welcoming! Overall my entire school experience from K-12th grade has proved to be amazing. I would definitely send my children to this school in the future, and if i had to do highschool again, i would never do it anywhere else!... Read 50 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 751

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  560 reviews

Other: I went to Los Fresnos from kindergarten through 12th grade. I loved it. I work there now as a sub. They are always there to help you with whatever you need. They are always there for you. Everyone has the right to education, and it is what sets humans apart from other species. We create friendships and memories there. We learn about the world around us in school as well. We develop our reading, writing, and analytical skills. We develop our ability to think critically and solve difficulties. In the classroom, we may be ourselves and discover our position in the world. It is where my aspirations take flight and where I find the courage and self-assurance to make them a reality. My school and its importance to my life could not be replaced by any other place in the world. I will always be grateful to my friends, instructors, and the staff at school for creating such a welcoming and instructive environment for learning.... Read 560 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 3,197

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• La Joya Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.32 out of 5  79 reviews

Senior: Jimmy carter is very good at attending the students wants and needs in education. Pretty awesome staff, and AMAZING teachers as well. Jimmy carter is a blue ribbon school and I am very proud to be apart of it. The administration cares about their students and will go to the moon and back for them. Totally recommend it! Excellent service for students and teachers as well.... Read 79 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 358

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Mission Consolidated Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.44 out of 5  90 reviews

Senior: Mission Collegiate High School has a close and caring environment. The teachers are very good at their jobs and the students focus on their academics. The underclassmen have an easy start without any dual enrollment classes and have time to take driving classes and spend time on extracurricular activities. The upperclassmen that have started with dual enrollment classes are stressed and have less time; however, there is still a school life balance.... Read 90 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 437

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Sharyland Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.65 out of 5  46 reviews

Senior: This school has allowed for many opportunities to accomplish as many goals as we are willing to reach. The staff is very supportive and understanding about home situations. As a small campus of only 400 students all staff and students create a bond with one another. With such a small campus everyone knows everybody and since we all have the same end goal of graduating with our associates degree we are all in this together. Though the teachers are a little challenging they work with you to make sure that you have a great high school experience filled with memories as well as making sure you understand what they are teaching t create a stress free environment... Read 46 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 452

• Student-teacher ratio 25:1

• Mercedes Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  135 reviews

Senior: The counselors would help the students with no hesitation on submitting their college form or assisting them in any way. I love the community because all of the students are so focused in their dual-enrollment classes, there is no time for drama. Everyone tries to help everyone as much as we can, and the teachers are very supportive as well. A thing they should improve on is having tutoring for the kids who struggle to pass their TSI. The kids who still haven't passed them seem really stressed out because no matter how hard they try, they come out just a little bit short.... Read 135 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 416

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Idea Public Schools, TX•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  161 reviews

Senior: I’ve been attending IDEA Public School since i was in kinder. Though some of the rules can be strict, they’re protecting our safety to ensure that every student feels safe in the school environment. They also stick to a consistent motto where they help seniors achieve their goals by getting them to and through college and making sure that 100% of seniors get accepted to a college/university from their match and fit list. The college counselors and teachers are all very helpful and supportive towards our academic and personal goals and do whatever they can to help us meet those goals. If i could change one thing about this school is adding more extra curricular activities and electives such as home economics and cosmetology that will help us discover what we want to pursue in the future.... Read 161 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 763

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Idea Public Schools, TX•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  172 reviews

Sophomore: I have been a student at Idea Mission since kindergarten. I value my position at this school very much. I have experienced many different perspectives from different teachers. Some who have made a very positive impact on who I am today. I’ve participated in almost every sport offered and have gone to state for both track and field and cross country. Idea Mission offers several educational resources for our students to succeed. I would move schools, but one thing that keeps me at Idea is the family. I enjoy knowing that when I go to school, I am surrounded by many peers who only want the best for me and want to see me succeed, as well as do anything in their power to help me accomplish success. I’m forever grateful to be able to attend this school with all my friends and amazing staff members who continue to work hard for their scholars. These are all reasons that prove the value and importance of attending Idea Mission Public Schools.... Read 172 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 779

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1