Serving 410 students in grades 9-12, Mission Early College High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mission Early College High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in El Paso, TX, encompassing approximately 133.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 22.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mission Early College High School's student population of 410 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Mission Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Early College High School is 0.15, 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
#1145 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Early College High School's ranking?
Mission Early College High School is ranked #1145 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mission Early College High School often compared to?
Mission Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Science Academy (El Paso), Silva Health Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Mission Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Mission Early College High School?
410 students attend Mission Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mission Early College High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Early College High School?
Mission Early College High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mission Early College High School offer ?
Mission Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission Early College High School part of?
Mission Early College High School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
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