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South Texas Isd Virtual Academy

100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
South Texas Isd Virtual Academy serves 181 students in grades 6-11. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-11
  • Enrollment: 181 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50% in TX)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
South Texas Isd Virtual Academy's student population of 181 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The diversity score of South Texas Isd Virtual Academy is 0.47, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Texas Isd Virtual Academy?
181 students attend South Texas Isd Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Texas Isd Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Texas Isd Virtual Academy?
South Texas Isd Virtual Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Texas Isd Virtual Academy offer ?
South Texas Isd Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is South Texas Isd Virtual Academy part of?
South Texas Isd Virtual Academy is part of South Texas Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-11
  • Enrollment: 181 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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