Serving 115 students in grades 9-12, Vega High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vega 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vega High School's student population of 115 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vega High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vega High School is 0.40, 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
#450 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
74%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Vega High School's ranking?
Vega High School is ranked #450 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vega High School?
The graduation rate of Vega High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Vega High School?
115 students attend Vega High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Vega High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vega High School?
Vega High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vega High School offer ?
Vega High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vega High School part of?
Vega High School is part of Vega Independent School District.
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