Transmountain Early College High School, commonly referred to as TMECHS, is the Early College High School for the El Paso Independent School District.
Serving 350 students in grades 9-12, Transmountain Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Transmountain Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Transmountain Early College High School's student population of 350 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Black, Turquoise, Silver
School Rankings
Transmountain Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Transmountain Early College High School is 0.38, 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
#139 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Transmountain Early College High School's ranking?
Transmountain Early College High School is ranked #139 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Transmountain Early College High School often compared to?
Transmountain Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School, Coronado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Transmountain Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Transmountain Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Transmountain Early College High School?
350 students attend Transmountain Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Transmountain Early College High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Transmountain Early College High School?
Transmountain Early College High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Transmountain Early College High School offer ?
Transmountain Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Transmountain Early College High School part of?
Transmountain Early College High School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Transmountain Early College High School located?
Transmountain Early College High School is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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