Serving 25 students in grades 8-12, North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon 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 higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon's student population of 25 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon is 0.63, 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
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon's ranking?
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon?
25 students attend North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon?
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon offer ?
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon part of?
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon is part of Vernon Independent School District.
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