Serving 8 students in grades 12, Monahans Educational Center 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 <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Monahans Ed Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire Monahans school district, covering approximately 500 square miles in Monahans, TX. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 19.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 28.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monahans Educational Center's student population of 8 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
8 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monahans Educational Center is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monahans Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Monahans Educational Center is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Monahans Educational Center?
8 students attend Monahans Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Monahans Educational Center students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monahans Educational Center?
Monahans Educational Center has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monahans Educational Center offer ?
Monahans Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Monahans Educational Center part of?
Monahans Educational Center is part of Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District.
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