Serving 1,591 students in grades 9-12, Vroonland - Vanguard High School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 1,591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vroonland - Vanguard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vroonland - Vanguard High School's student population of 1,591 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vroonland - Vanguard High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vroonland - Vanguard High School is 0.45, 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
#2221 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vroonland - Vanguard High School's ranking?
Vroonland - Vanguard High School is ranked #2221 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vroonland - Vanguard High School?
1,591 students attend Vroonland - Vanguard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Vroonland - Vanguard High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vroonland - Vanguard High School?
Vroonland - Vanguard High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vroonland - Vanguard High School offer ?
Vroonland - Vanguard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vroonland - Vanguard High School part of?
Vroonland - Vanguard High School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
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