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Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District

Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School

#7 in Best High Schools for STEM in Brownsville Area
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Pharr, TX
  • 113 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      C
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A-
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    Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School is a highly rated, public school located in Pharr, TX. It has 671 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 95% of students are at least proficient in math and 85% in reading.
    Address
    714 E Business Hwy 83
    Pharr, TX 78577
    Telephone
    (956) 784-8525
    Website
    psjaisd.us
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    Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    85%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    95%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1030
    65 responses
    Average ACT
    22
    67 responses
    AP Enrollment
    58%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      A-
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $39,445
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $735
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $74,800
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.8 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.8 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 29 responses
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    • Prom
      31%
    • Homecoming
      28%
    • Dance Program
      17%
    • Christmas choir and electronic team homecoming
      7%
    • Gaming Competition
      7%
    • Red Ribbon Week
      3%
    • Spirit Week
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    C
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    671
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    77%
    73%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
    18%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $49,131
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    30.5%
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.13 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.13 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.13 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,822/ year
    National
    $12,239
    88%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.16 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.16 responses
    94%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.16 responses
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    Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School Reviews

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    It's a great school with amazing staff! Administration and parents are extremely involved in students every-day life in school and academics! T-STEM does lack in some areas, but they do their best to ensure everyone's success, not just for students. They focus on giving back to their community and do as much as possible for everyone surrounding them.
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    I am currently a senior at Thomas Jefferson T-STEM and although our own district decides to ignore us our own administration does as well. The only good staff at our school are the janitors, bus drivers, and occasionally the one teacher who wants to see their students succeed. The way teachers teach I commend, but some teachers like to prefer some students over others, this has become a problem. The word 'fairness' can't be used to describe Thomas Jefferson as it is all based on if a teacher or certain staff member likes you. Our counselors did not make themselves present until the week before senior and I am sure that this is because they want us gone by the end of the year. All our counselors have done is told us about two different scholarship openings when there have been several. What I would change about this school is it's unfairness towards certain students and some teachers as they are horrible at teaching the most simplest of lessons.
    Here at Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School there is a variety of opportunities offered to students. Our teachers are very encouraging and they are always willing to give us extra assistance, as well as the administrators! Overall, this is one the best high schools in Texas.