Serving 135 students in grades 9-12, Premier H S Of Weslaco ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Premier H S Of Weslaco ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Premier H S Of Weslaco's student population of 135 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Premier H S Of Weslaco 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 Premier H S Of Weslaco is 0.02, 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
#4988 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Premier H S Of Weslaco's ranking?
Premier H S Of Weslaco is ranked #4988 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Premier H S Of Weslaco?
The graduation rate of Premier H S Of Weslaco is 50-59%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Premier H S Of Weslaco?
135 students attend Premier H S Of Weslaco.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Premier H S Of Weslaco students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Premier H S Of Weslaco?
Premier H S Of Weslaco has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Premier H S Of Weslaco offer ?
Premier H S Of Weslaco offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Premier H S Of Weslaco part of?
Premier H S Of Weslaco is part of Premier High Schools School District.
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