Second Chance Technology Edge in Houston, TX is a co–ed career and vocational technical school serving grades 9 through 11 in a large city setting.
Founded in 2006, the school enrolls 15 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 2 teachers.
The student body at this Northside Houston school is 93% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for diversity.
The school is nonsectarian and a member of the National Coalition of Girls and other school associations.
As a small city–based private school, it offers specialized career and technical programs for high school students.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Vocational/Technical School
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Second Chance Technology Edge ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Year Founded
2006
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$2,000.00 to $4,000.00 (depending on year)
School Notes
- School Motto: Don't Procrastinate Graduate
- School Mascot: Panthers
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Second Chance Technology Edge?
Second Chance Technology Edge famous alumni include: .
When is the application deadline for Second Chance Technology Edge?
The application deadline for Second Chance Technology Edge is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Second Chance Technology Edge located?
Second Chance Technology Edge is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other private schools located in Northside.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Second Chance Technology Edge is The Gateway Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Oak Forest Academy Llc (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
3721 Dacoma Street
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 659-7900
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 659-7900
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oak Forest Academy Llc
Daycare / Preschool
1901 W 34th St
Houston, TX 77018
(832) 384-5896
Houston, TX 77018
(832) 384-5896
0.6 miles
Gr: K | 18 students
Village Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
1629 West 34th Street
Houston, TX 77018
(281) 385-5239
Houston, TX 77018
(281) 385-5239
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-K | 300 students
Montessori Childrens Cottage
Montessori School
4009 Sherwood Ln
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 686-5427
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 686-5427
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 43 students
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