School Overview
George Gervin Academy is a public charter school located in San Antonio, Texas, operating under the umbrella of the George Gervin Youth Center. Established by the NBA legend and San Antonio Spurs icon George "The Iceman" Gervin, the school’s mission is deeply rooted in providing holistic support to students who may be at risk of dropping out or who benefit from a more personalized, non-traditional learning environment. By combining rigorous academic instruction with comprehensive social services, the academy aims to break cycles of poverty and help students achieve both personal and professional success.

The academy is well-regarded for its wrap-around approach to education, which often includes workforce development programs, career counseling, and community-focused outreach initiatives. Because it serves a diverse population of students, the school emphasizes character development, leadership, and skill-building alongside standard curriculum requirements. Ultimately, George Gervin Academy serves as more than just a place for classroom learning; it functions as a community hub dedicated to empowering young people with the tools and mentorship necessary to transition into adulthood and contribute positively to society.
793
Total Students
35.2
Full-Time Teachers
22.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White18
Hispanic457
Black296
Asian1
Two or More19
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    457 (57.6%)
  • Black
    296 (37.3%)
  • Two or More
    19 (2.4%)
  • White
    18 (2.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY
Phone: (210)568-8800
Website: http://www.gervin-school.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 12th
Total Students: 793
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 793
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 365
Kindergarten 70
Grade 1 60
Grade 2 37
Grade 3 41
Grade 4 39
Grade 5 48
Grade 6 35
Grade 7 25
Grade 8 24
Grade 9 14
Grade 10 9
Grade 11 15
Grade 12 11

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten365
Kindergarten70
Grade 160
Grade 237
Grade 341
Grade 439
Grade 548
Grade 635
Grade 725
Grade 824
Grade 914
Grade 109
Grade 1115
Grade 1211
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37146.8%
Male42253.2%
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