Porter Early College High School

Porter High School is a 5A public high school in Brownsville and home to the Porter Cowboys.

Porter Early College High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

3500 International Blvd, Brownsville, TX

Southmost Brownsville Neighborhood

Brownsville Independent School District

3.8

1,683 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mrs Maria Solis

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Average SAT Score
1010

Average ACT Score
22

Math Proficiency
48%

Reading Proficiency
31%

Average GPA
3.28

Graduation Rate
93%

B-

Academics

A-

Teachers

C+

College Prep

A-

Administration

B-

Resources/Facilities

Clubs and Activities

A-

Sports

B-

Food

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.28

Reading Proficiency

31%

Math Proficiency

48%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

14:1

Teachers

119

Full Time Teachers

119

Teachers in First or Second Year

9.1%

College Prep

Average SAT

1010

Math

500

Verbal

510

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Number of AP Courses

AP Pass Rate

22%

AP Math Enrollment

Very Low

AP Science Enrollment

Low

Other AP Enrollment

Very Low

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Low

Boys Athletic Participation

Low

Test Scores

Equity

College Readiness

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

224:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.8%

Female

49.2%

Hispanic

99.2%

White

<1%

Asian or Pacific Islander

<1%

School Rankings

#41 Best Magnet HS in Texas

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

IB Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 512 Students

Texas Southmost College 339 Students

Texas A&M University 318 Students

University of Texas - Austin 267 Students

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi 245 Students

The University of Texas at San Antonio 242 Students

Texas State University 208 Students

University of Houston 183 Students

Baylor University 163 Students

Texas A&M University - Kingsville 153 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Nursing 86 Students

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 85 Students

Psychology 68 Students

Business 58 Students

Criminology 44 Students

Biology 42 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 36 Students

Education 36 Students

Music Teacher Education 34 Students

Elementary Education 27 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Senior

1/29/2025

Porter Early College high school is a fantastic school I would just like for the food to change a little more often instead of it being the same

4.0 Alum

8/16/2024

The best part about going to school here was the student atmosphere. Students were always full of pride when it came to our schools sports teams; win or lose. However, I want to see a change in administration. As a student, it felt as if the admins were not someone you could talk to.

5.0 Senior

5/22/2024

Throughout my high school years, i always thought it would be hard to be in high school. Turns out it wasnt as hard. I enjoyed the teachers that i got throughout the years.

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1.0 student

5/19/2011

We don't do anything in this school but sleep and text. I realize that all the teachers expect nothing from you! students here don't believe in ambition. The hard truth, I even have video footage of my everyday school day on youtube. Whoever rates this higher than one star might be for the very same...

5.0 parent

9/23/2008

4.0 parent

3/21/2008

5.0 parent

1/4/2008

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List Price Range

$89K - $888K

Homes For Sale

111

Average Home Value

$190,264

Median Lot Size

6,098 Sq Ft

% Renters

40%

Average Household Income

$48,257

% of College Grads

11.2%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,394 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

37.9%

Homes for Sale

$59,375

Land
8,498 Sq Ft Lot

38559 Hicks St
Unit 17

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Land
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Land
8,498 Sq Ft Lot

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Unit 17

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$110,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,236 Sq Ft

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$435,000

4,424 Sq Ft

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$220,000

1,800 Sq Ft

335 E Adams St

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4,514 Sq Ft

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Land
0.42 Acre Lot

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1 Bath
1,076 Sq Ft

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$139,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,171 Sq Ft

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2 Baths
867 Sq Ft

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Unit 8C

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1 Bath
950+ Sq Ft

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2,686 Sq Ft

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1 Bath
515+ Sq Ft

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Brownsville, TX

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2 Baths
1,150 Sq Ft

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Unit B
Brownsville, TX

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678+ Sq Ft

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Brownsville, TX

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1 Bath
3,755 Sq Ft

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Unit 5
Brownsville, TX

Recently remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located in Brownsville. This unit offers a functional layout with updated finishes, a comfortable living area, and a practical kitchen. Conveniently situated near shopping, dining, and major roadways.

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Reypres Square Apartments
Studio - 1 Bed
1 Bath
365+ Sq Ft

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Brownsville, TX

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1 Bath
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1234 E Jackson St
Unit Rear C
Brownsville, TX

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2 Beds
1 Bath
500 Sq Ft

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Brownsville, TX

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1,376 Sq Ft

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Brownsville, TX

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2 - 3 Beds
2-3 Baths
1,700+ Sq Ft

1500 E Madison St
Brownsville, TX

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2 Beds
1 Bath
870 Sq Ft

300 Calle Milpa Verde
Brownsville, TX

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Texas Cameron County Brownsville 78521 Southmost Brownsville

Porter Early College High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Brownsville, TX and is served by the Brownsville Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,683 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 48% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% are proficient in reading. Porter Early College High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.28, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1010 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $190,264. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lincoln Park School, Brownsville Learning Academy, Brownsville Early College High School, and more. Learn more about what Brownsville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Porter Early College High School.

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