Serving 1,939 students in grades 9-12, Pace Early College High School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pace Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pace Early College High School's student population of 1,939 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pace Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pace Early College High School is 0.02, 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
#4610 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pace Early College High School's ranking?
Pace Early College High School is ranked #4610 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pace Early College High School often compared to?
Pace Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanna Early College High School, Veterans Memorial Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pace Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Pace Early College High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Pace Early College High School?
1,939 students attend Pace Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Pace Early College High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pace Early College High School?
Pace Early College High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pace Early College High School offer ?
Pace Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pace Early College High School part of?
Pace Early College High School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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