Serving 1,010 students in grades 9-12, Memorial 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,010 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial High School's student population of 1,010 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,010 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Memorial 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 Memorial High School is 0.10, 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
#5886 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial High School's ranking?
Memorial High School is ranked #5886 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Memorial High School?
1,010 students attend Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial High School?
Memorial High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial High School offer ?
Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Memorial High School part of?
Memorial High School is part of Edgewood ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial High School located?
Memorial High School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 31 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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