Serving 390 students in grades 6-8, Vernon Middle 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Vernon, TX, encompassing approximately 565.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, which can extend up to 25.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon Middle School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon Middle 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 Middle School is 0.67, 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
#6425 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
49%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
29%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Vernon Middle School is ranked #6425 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vernon Middle School?
390 students attend Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Vernon Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Middle School?
Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vernon Middle School offer ?
Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vernon Middle School part of?
Vernon Middle School is part of Vernon Independent School District.
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