Top 5 Best Mesquite Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 12,988 students in Mesquite, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in Mesquite, TX are Vanguard High School, Poteet High School and Horn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mesquite, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Mesquite have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Mesquite, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mesquite High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Mesquite, TX (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vanguard High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4201 Faithom P Lucas Sr Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-0001
Grades: 9-10
| 787 students
Rank: #22.
Poteet High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3300 Poteet Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,646 students
Rank: #33.
Horn High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3300 E Cartwright Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5200
Grades: 8-12
| 3,102 students
Rank: #44.
Wilkinson Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2100 Crest Park Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5950
Grades: 6-9
| 737 students
Rank: #55.
West Mesquite High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2500 Memorial Pkwy
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,208 students
Rank: #66.
North Mesquite High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
18201 Lbj Fwy
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,164 students
Rank: #77.
Mesquite High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 E Davis St
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7800
Grades: 8-12
| 2,344 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Mesquite, Texas

Mesquite, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2704 Motley
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7570
Grades: 8-12
| 294 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in Mesquite, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in Mesquite, TX include Vanguard High School, Poteet High School and Horn High School.
How many public high schools are located in Mesquite, TX?
7 public high schools are located in Mesquite, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in Mesquite, TX?
Mesquite, TX public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

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