Serving 2,016 students in grades 9-12, Veterans Memorial Early College High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,016 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Memorial Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Veterans Memorial Early College High School's student population of 2,016 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial Early College High School 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 Veterans Memorial Early College High School is 0.06, 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
#2166 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Veterans Memorial Early College High School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Early College High School is ranked #2166 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Veterans Memorial Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Veterans Memorial Early College High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Early College High School?
2,016 students attend Veterans Memorial Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Veterans Memorial Early College High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Early College High School?
Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial Early College High School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Veterans Memorial Early College High School part of?
Veterans Memorial Early College High School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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