Serving 355 students in grades 9-12, Mercedes Early College Academy 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 is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercedes Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mercedes Early College Academy's student population of 355 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Mercedes Early College Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercedes Early College Academy 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
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
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercedes Early College Academy's ranking?
Mercedes Early College Academy is ranked #4645 out of 8,096 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mercedes Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Mercedes Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mercedes Early College Academy?
355 students attend Mercedes Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mercedes Early College Academy students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercedes Early College Academy?
Mercedes Early College Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mercedes Early College Academy offer ?
Mercedes Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mercedes Early College Academy part of?
Mercedes Early College Academy is part of Mercedes Independent School District.
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