Veterans Memorial Early College High School is a public high school in Brownsville, Texas, United States. It is one of six high schools operated by the Brownsville Independent School District and classified as a 6A school by the UIL.
Serving 2,294 students in grades 9-12, Veterans Memorial Early College High School 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Memorial Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Veterans Memorial Early College High School's student population of 2,294 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial Early College High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Memorial Early College High School 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
#2135 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
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
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 Veterans Memorial Early College High School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Early College High School is ranked #2135 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Veterans Memorial Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Veterans Memorial Early College High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Early College High School?
2,294 students attend Veterans Memorial Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Veterans Memorial Early College High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Early College High School?
Veterans Memorial Early College High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Early College High School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Veterans Memorial Early College High School part of?
Veterans Memorial Early College High School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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