Serving 65 students in grades 10-12, Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center's student population of 65 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1856 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center's ranking?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is ranked #1856 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center?
The graduation rate of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center?
65 students attend Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center offer ?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center part of?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is part of Seguin ISD School District.
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