Serving 140 students in grades 9-10, Donna Early College 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 was 10-14% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-54% (which was approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Top Rankings
Donna Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#5845 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donna Early College High School's ranking?
Donna Early College High School is ranked #5845 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Donna Early College High School?
140 students attend Donna Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Donna Early College High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donna Early College High School?
Donna Early College High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Donna Early College High School offer ?
Donna Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-10
What school district is Donna Early College High School part of?
Donna Early College High School is part of Donna ISD School District.
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