Robert Vela High School is a public high school in the district of Edinburg, Texas. It is named after a former coach from Edinburg High, the late Roberto Vela. The school was established in 2012 and is located on Canton Road in Edinburg. Their mascot is the Mighty SaberCat with the colors of blue, black, and silver.
Serving 2,192 students in grades 9-12, Robert R Vela High School 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 2,192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert R Vela High School's student population of 2,192 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Rankings
Robert R Vela High School 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 Robert R Vela High School is 0.08, 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
#3975 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Robert R Vela High School's ranking?
Robert R Vela High School is ranked #3975 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Robert R Vela High School often compared to?
Robert R Vela High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edinburg North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert R Vela High School?
The graduation rate of Robert R Vela High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Robert R Vela High School?
2,192 students attend Robert R Vela High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Robert R Vela High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert R Vela High School?
Robert R Vela High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert R Vela High School offer ?
Robert R Vela High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Robert R Vela High School part of?
Robert R Vela High School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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