Serving 201 students in grades 9-12, Viola M Coleman 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viola M Coleman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Viola M Coleman High School's student population of 201 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Viola M Coleman 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 Viola M Coleman High School is 0.51, 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
#7997 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
21%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Viola M Coleman High School's ranking?
Viola M Coleman High School is ranked #7997 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Viola M Coleman High School often compared to?
Viola M Coleman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Viola M Coleman High School?
The graduation rate of Viola M Coleman High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Viola M Coleman High School?
201 students attend Viola M Coleman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Viola M Coleman High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viola M Coleman High School?
Viola M Coleman High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Viola M Coleman High School offer ?
Viola M Coleman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Viola M Coleman High School part of?
Viola M Coleman High School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Viola M Coleman High School located?
Viola M Coleman High School is located in the Bushman neighborhood of Midland, TX.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
I feel there are students who just learn differently than others, self-paced with minimal distractions. This type of school is "outside of the box" in my opinion. The concept of bullying is another area that is much more restricted in this type of school environment. School should not be a "social club" but a place to get an education.
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