Hanna High School is a 6A public high school in Brownsville, Texas, United States. It is the successor of Brownsville High School. It is one of six high schools operated by the Brownsville Independent School District. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 2,039 students in grades 9-12, Hanna Early College High School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanna Early College High School serves a central area in Brownsville, TX, encompassing approximately 8.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hanna Early College High School's student population of 2,039 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,039 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hanna Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanna Early College High School is 0.02, 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
#3522 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanna Early College High School's ranking?
Hanna Early College High School is ranked #3522 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hanna Early College High School often compared to?
Hanna Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pace Early College High School, Los Fresnos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanna Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Hanna Early College High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hanna Early College High School?
2,039 students attend Hanna Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hanna Early College High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanna Early College High School?
Hanna 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 Hanna Early College High School offer ?
Hanna Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hanna Early College High School part of?
Hanna Early College High School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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