Veterans Memorial High School is a senior high school in Mission, Texas and a part of the Mission Consolidated Independent School District. It was made in 2002 and had the first graduation in 2004. It serves sections of Mission, Alton, and Palmhurst.
Serving 1,817 students in grades 9-12, Veterans Memorial 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Memorial High School's student population of 1,817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial High School 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
#6812 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans Memorial High School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial High School is ranked #6812 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Veterans Memorial High School often compared to?
Veterans Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Veterans Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Veterans Memorial High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Veterans Memorial High School?
1,817 students attend Veterans Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Veterans Memorial High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial High School?
Veterans Memorial High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial High School offer ?
Veterans Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Veterans Memorial High School part of?
Veterans Memorial High School is part of Mission CISD School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2014
i visited your school your beautiful, efficient school. i was very impressed with counselor christina , sorry forgot her last name .she is my grandsons counselor rey christian maldonado freshman. keep up good work and spirit of excellence . rosie reyes lvn nuestra clinica del valle edcouch,texas 956 262 6451cell rreyes.ncdv@tachc.org
5 2/22/2014
Excellent administration
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