Serving 356 students in grades 9-12, Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Early College High School's student population of 356 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Transforming Dreams into Realities
School Rankings
Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College High School is 0.46, 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
#341 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College High School's ranking?
Early College High School is ranked #341 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Early College High School often compared to?
Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Early College High School?
356 students attend Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Early College High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College High School?
Early College High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early College High School offer ?
Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Early College High School part of?
Early College High School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
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