Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Valle Verde Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valle Verde Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valle Verde Early College High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valle Verde Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valle Verde Early College High School is 0.08, 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
#313 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valle Verde Early College High School's ranking?
Valle Verde Early College High School is ranked #313 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Valle Verde Early College High School often compared to?
Valle Verde Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado High School, Eastlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valle Verde Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Valle Verde Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Valle Verde Early College High School?
328 students attend Valle Verde Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Valle Verde Early College High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valle Verde Early College High School?
Valle Verde Early College High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valle Verde Early College High School offer ?
Valle Verde Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valle Verde Early College High School part of?
Valle Verde Early College High School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Valle Verde Early College High School located?
Valle Verde Early College High School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 40 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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