Serving 984 students in grades 9-12, La Vernia High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Vernia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
La Vernia High School's student population of 984 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Vernia High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Vernia High School is 0.49, 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
#616 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
64%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Vernia High School's ranking?
La Vernia High School is ranked #616 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Vernia High School often compared to?
La Vernia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floresville High School, Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Vernia High School?
The graduation rate of La Vernia High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend La Vernia High School?
984 students attend La Vernia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of La Vernia High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Vernia High School?
La Vernia High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Vernia High School offer ?
La Vernia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Vernia High School part of?
La Vernia High School is part of La Vernia ISD School District.
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