Hidalgo Early College High School, formerly Hidalgo High School, is a public high school in Hidalgo, Texas. It is the only high school in the Hidalgo Independent School District. As of 2007, the school had 810 students.
Serving 1,074 students in grades 9-12, Hidalgo Early College 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidalgo Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hidalgo Early College High School's student population of 1,074 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Preparation for Success.'
School Mascot
Pirates
School Rankings
Hidalgo Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hidalgo Early College High School is 0.00, 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
#7527 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidalgo Early College High School's ranking?
Hidalgo Early College High School is ranked #7527 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hidalgo Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Hidalgo Early College High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hidalgo Early College High School?
1,074 students attend Hidalgo Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hidalgo Early College High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidalgo Early College High School?
Hidalgo Early College High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hidalgo Early College High School offer ?
Hidalgo Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hidalgo Early College High School part of?
Hidalgo Early College High School is part of Hidalgo Independent School District.
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