Vernon High School is a 3A high school located in Vernon, Texas, United States. It is part of the Vernon Independent School District located in south central Wilbarger County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 481 students in grades 9-12, Vernon 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 is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon High School's student population of 481 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Vernon High School 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 Vernon High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#5520 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion/lady Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon High School's ranking?
Vernon High School is ranked #5520 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vernon High School often compared to?
Vernon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vernon High School?
The graduation rate of Vernon High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Vernon High School?
481 students attend Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Vernon High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernon High School?
Vernon High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vernon High School offer ?
Vernon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vernon High School part of?
Vernon High School is part of Vernon Independent School District.
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