Vega High School is a public high school located in Vega, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Vega Independent School District located in southeastern Oldham County.
Serving 112 students in grades 9-12, Vega High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vega High School's student population of 112 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
A Great Day to be a Longhorn
School Rankings
Vega High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vega High School is 0.48, 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
#1269 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
67%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorn And Lady Longhorns
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vega High School's ranking?
Vega High School is ranked #1269 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Vega High School?
112 students attend Vega High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Vega High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vega High School?
Vega High School has a student ration of 7:1, 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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