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Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes
High School · TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY
103 E 2ND ST, Mercedes, TX 78570
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,061 of 8,552
In Mercedes
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes
High School in Mercedes · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes
Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes is a public high school in Mercedes, TX, part of TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY. Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,061 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes — Students at Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes Compares
See how Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
103 E 2ND ST, Mercedes, TX 78570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH TEXAS ISD HEALTH PROFESSIONS (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH PALM GARDENS H S (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mercedes, see our Mercedes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mercedes | 0.4 mi | — |
| JOHN F KENNEDY EL Mercedes | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MERCEDES EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Mercedes | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MERCEDES EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM Mercedes | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| TAYLOR EL Mercedes | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| MERCEDES H S Mercedes | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| RUBEN HINOJOSA EL Mercedes | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| TRAVIS EL Mercedes | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE Mercedes | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MERCEDES ACADEMIC ACADEMY Mercedes | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY Mercedes | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL MIDDLE Mercedes | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD HEALTH PROFESSIONS Mercedes | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.0 mi | — |
| SOUTH PALM GARDENS H S Weslaco | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| A N RICO EL Weslaco | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| MARY HOGE MIDDLE Weslaco | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| WESLACO EAST H S Weslaco | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PREMIER H S OF WESLACO Lewisville | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREP WESLACO Weslaco | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,890
Median Home Value
$83,400
Median Rent
$686/mo
Population
33,596
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
34.5%
Median Age
27.5
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| JUVENILE DETENT CTR San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
| POR VIDA ACADEMY CORPUS CHRISTI San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
| RUNGE H S Runge, TX | 5.2 |
| SECONDARY ALTER CTR Harlingen, TX | 5.2 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-EL PASO EAST El Paso, TX | 5.2 |
| ALTER H S San Antonio, TX | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes
What grades does Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes serve?
Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes?
Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes?
The student-teacher ratio at Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes rank in TX?
Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes ranks #6,061 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes's MySchoolScout rating?
Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes a charter school?
Yes, Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes a Title I school?
No, Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 565-5417
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY- District Enrollment
- 465
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,504
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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