Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed's student population of 266 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed is 0.32, 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
#1743 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed's ranking?
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed is ranked #1743 out of 8,188 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed?
The graduation rate of Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed?
266 students attend Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed?
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed offer ?
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed part of?
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed is part of Corpus Christi ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed located?
Harold T Branch For Career & Technical Ed is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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