Lopez Early College High School serves as the magnet school of the fine arts as well as the agricultural academy at Brownsville Independent School District in Texas. Lopez High School opened in 1993. It is named after the Lopez family of Brownsville who own and operate independent supermarkets in South Texas.
Serving 1,771 students in grades 9-12, Lopez Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lopez Early College High School's student population of 1,771 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Lopez Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lopez Early College High School is 0.00, 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
#5341 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lobo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lopez Early College High School's ranking?
Lopez Early College High School is ranked #5341 out of 8,188 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lopez Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Lopez Early College High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lopez Early College High School?
1,771 students attend Lopez Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lopez Early College High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lopez Early College High School?
Lopez Early College High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lopez Early College High School offer ?
Lopez Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lopez Early College High School part of?
Lopez Early College High School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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