Superior Academy in Laredo, TX, is a nonsectarian alternative school serving 24 students in grades 9 through 12 within a city community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with four full–time teachers.
Superior Academy is a member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers and enrolls 100% students of color.
The school ranks among the top 20% in Texas for diversity based on its student population composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Superior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Superior Academy?
The application deadline for Superior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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