Mission High School is a secondary school located in Mission, Texas. It is a part of the Mission Consolidated Independent School District. It serves sections of Mission, Palmhurst, and Alton, as well as the Mission CISD portion of the unincorporated area of West Sharyland.
Serving 2,154 students in grades 9-12, Mission High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 2,154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Mission High School is located in the northwest part of Mission, TX, covering approximately 20.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission High School's student population of 2,154 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,154 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
When In Doubt, Go To The Library!
School Rankings
Mission High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission High School is 0.04, 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
#7591 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission High School's ranking?
Mission High School is ranked #7591 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mission High School often compared to?
Mission High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission High School?
The graduation rate of Mission High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Mission High School?
2,154 students attend Mission High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mission High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission High School?
Mission High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mission High School offer ?
Mission High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission High School part of?
Mission High School is part of Mission CISD School District.
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