Serving 1,621 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PACE Early College High School serves the southwestern area of Brownsville, TX, covering approximately 8.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- 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 1,621 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pace Early College 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 Pace Early College High School is 0.00, 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
#5049 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2002–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Mascot
Viking
Source: 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 #5049 out of 8,096 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 90.3%.
How many students attend Pace Early College High School?
1,621 students attend Pace Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pace Early College High School students are Hispanic.
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 Independent School District.
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