St. Philip’s College Early College High School Celebrated for Outstanding 2026 Academic Performance
September 30, 2026
St. Philip’s College Early College High School (ECHS) was recognized for its outstanding academic performance following the release of its 2026 state accountability results and Advanced Placement (AP) scores.
The Early College High School earned an overall state accountability rating of 98 out of 100, reflecting strong student performance across the state’s assessment areas, including mathematics, science, social studies and English language arts.
The school’s achievements for 2026 state accountability overall 98 rating results include recognition for:
- Academic Achievement in Science
- Top 25% Comparative Academic Achievement
- Postsecondary Readiness
In addition to its strong state accountability results, St. Philip’s College ECHS was designated a Texas Education Agency (TEA) Early College High School Model with Distinction, recognizing the school’s continued commitment to preparing students for success in college and beyond.
The school’s academic achievements were also reflected in national recognition. U.S. News & World Report ranked St. Philip’s College Early College High School No. 5 among high schools in the San Antonio ISD.
The school also saw a significant increase in AP Environmental Science scores, demonstrating the academic growth and preparation of ECHS students in advanced coursework.
Several faculty members played an important role in supporting student achievement and contributing to the school’s strong academic outcomes. They include Neill Grant, Patience Evans, Zuriel Morales, Veronica Marines and Joel Alvarado.
The 2026 accomplishments add to St. Philip’s College Early College High School’s record of providing students with opportunities to earn college credit while completing their high school education. Through its partnership with St. Philip’s College, the ECHS model provides students with access to college-level coursework and a college-going environment.
Together, the 2026 results highlight the academic achievement, college readiness and continued growth of St. Philip’s College Early College High School students and the faculty and staff who support their success.