Serving 47 students in grades 8-12, Panola Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panola Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Panola Early College High School's student population of 47 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Panola Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panola Early College High School is 0.15, 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
#210 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
92%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
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 Panola Early College High School's ranking?
Panola Early College High School is ranked #210 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panola Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Panola Early College High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Panola Early College High School?
47 students attend Panola Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Panola Early College High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Panola Early College High School?
Panola Early College High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Panola Early College High School offer ?
Panola Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Panola Early College High School part of?
Panola Early College High School is part of Panola Charter School District.
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