Serving 1,844 students in grades 9-12, Porter Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porter Early College High School's student population of 1,844 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porter Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Early College High School is 0.00, 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
#5462 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Early College High School's ranking?
Porter Early College High School is ranked #5462 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Porter Early College High School often compared to?
Porter Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Porter Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Porter Early College High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Porter Early College High School?
1,844 students attend Porter Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Porter Early College High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Early College High School?
Porter Early College High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porter Early College High School offer ?
Porter Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Porter Early College High School part of?
Porter Early College High School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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