Serving 622 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, George Gervin Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Gervin Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George Gervin Academy's student population of 622 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Gervin Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Gervin Academy is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7836 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Gervin Academy's ranking?
George Gervin Academy is ranked #7836 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are George Gervin Academy often compared to?
George Gervin Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School, Houston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Gervin Academy?
The graduation rate of George Gervin Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend George Gervin Academy?
622 students attend George Gervin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of George Gervin Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Gervin Academy?
George Gervin Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Gervin Academy offer ?
George Gervin Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is George Gervin Academy part of?
George Gervin Academy is part of George Gervin Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is George Gervin Academy located?
George Gervin Academy is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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