Serving 1,714 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Vanguard Beethoven ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanguard Beethoven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vanguard Beethoven's student population of 1,714 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 103% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
School Rankings
Vanguard Beethoven ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vanguard Beethoven is 0.04, 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
#2089 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
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
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Vanguard Beethoven's ranking?
Vanguard Beethoven is ranked #2089 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vanguard Beethoven often compared to?
Vanguard Beethovenis often viewed alongside schools like Aida C Escobar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vanguard Beethoven?
1,714 students attend Vanguard Beethoven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Vanguard Beethoven students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vanguard Beethoven?
Vanguard Beethoven has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vanguard Beethoven offer ?
Vanguard Beethoven offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Vanguard Beethoven part of?
Vanguard Beethoven is part of Vanguard Academy School District.
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