Vernon High School is a 3A high school located in Vernon, Texas, United States. It is part of the Vernon Independent School District located in south central Wilbarger County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 490 students in grades 9-12, Vernon High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Vernon, TX, covering approximately 565.6 square miles. Families in the area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 25.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon High School's student population of 490 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Honoring Traditions. Elevating Expectations. Cultivating Leaders.
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#7097 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Lion/lady Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon High School's ranking?
Vernon High School is ranked #7097 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vernon High School often compared to?
Vernon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School, Harrold School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vernon High School?
The graduation rate of Vernon High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Vernon High School?
490 students attend Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Vernon High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon High School?
Vernon High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vernon High School offer ?
Vernon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vernon High School part of?
Vernon High School is part of Vernon Independent School District.
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