Serving 258 students in grades 9-12, Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education 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 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education's student population of 258 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education 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 Academy For Career & Technical Education is 0.27, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education's ranking?
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education 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 Academy For Career & Technical Education?
The graduation rate of Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education?
258 students attend Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education?
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education offer ?
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education part of?
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education located?
Harold T Branch Academy For Career & Technical Education 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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