INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA

School Overview
The **International School of the Americas (ISA)**, located on the campus of Robert E. Lee High School (now Legacy of Educational Excellence High School) in San Antonio, is a specialized magnet school within the North East Independent School District (NEISD). It is designed to provide a rigorous, globally-focused education that emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, community service, and international awareness. The school operates on a "small school" model, fostering a tight-knit academic community where students engage in project-based learning and collaborative research to prepare for the demands of higher education.

The curriculum at ISA is notable for its commitment to developing "global citizens," often incorporating components of the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy and an emphasis on world languages and cultures. By focusing on critical thinking and real-world application, the school encourages students to look beyond the classroom and understand their role in a diverse society. Because it functions as a magnet program, it attracts motivated students from across the district who are seeking an intensive, college-preparatory environment that balances academic excellence with a strong sense of social responsibility.
493
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA
Demographic Student Count
White173
Hispanic274
Black13
Asian11
Two or More20
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    274 (55.6%)
  • White
    173 (35.1%)
  • Two or More
    20 (4.1%)
  • Black
    13 (2.6%)
  • Asian
    11 (2.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: NORTH EAST ISD
Phone: (210)356-0900
Website: http://www.neisd.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 493
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 110
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 124
Grade 10 125
Grade 11 125
Grade 12 119

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA
Grade Student Count
Grade 9124
Grade 10125
Grade 11125
Grade 12119
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30862.5%
Male18537.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)