Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vanguard Picasso ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vanguard Picasso's student population of 572 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Vanguard Picasso ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vanguard Picasso 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
#2552 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard Picasso's ranking?
Vanguard Picasso is ranked #2552 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vanguard Picasso?
572 students attend Vanguard Picasso.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Vanguard Picasso students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vanguard Picasso?
Vanguard Picasso has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vanguard Picasso offer ?
Vanguard Picasso offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Vanguard Picasso part of?
Vanguard Picasso is part of Vanguard Academy School District.
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