Serving 73 students in grades 9-12, Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center's student population of 73 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is 0.37, 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
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
19%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center's ranking?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center?
The graduation rate of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center?
73 students attend Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center offer ?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center part of?
Mercer & Blumberg Lrn Center is part of Seguin Independent School District.
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