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#5224 of 8,552 schools in TX
Veterans Memorial H S
High School · MISSION CISD
1201 BRYCE DR, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
1,817
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,817
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,224 of 8,552
In Mission
#47 of 65
public schools
In district
#12 of 22
MISSION CISD
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About Veterans Memorial H S
Veterans Memorial H S is a public high school in Mission, TX, part of MISSION CISD. Veterans Memorial H S serves approximately 1,817 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Memorial H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,224 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Veterans Memorial H S show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Veterans Memorial H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Veterans Memorial H S — Students at Veterans Memorial H S score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 6.3/10.
How Veterans Memorial H S Compares
See how Veterans Memorial H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1201 BRYCE DR, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Veterans Memorial H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA NORTH MISSION COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MISSION H S (rated 5.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIMS EL Mission | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HURLA M MIDKIFF EL Mission | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY Mission | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| HILDA C ESCOBAR/ALICIA C RIOS EL Mission | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| OLLIE O'GRADY EL Mission | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MISSION J H Mission | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MISSION H S Mission | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| WHITE J H Mission | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MISSION EARLY LEARNING Mission | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| BRYAN EL Mission | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| JOHN H SHARY EL Mission | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| MARCELL EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| RAFAEL A CANTU J H Mission | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CARL C WAITZ EL Mission | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL Mission | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Mission | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| BRILLANTE ACADEMY Mission | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PEARSON EL Mission | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CASTRO EL Mission | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Veterans Memorial H S
What grades does Veterans Memorial H S serve?
Veterans Memorial H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Veterans Memorial H S?
Veterans Memorial H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,817 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial H S is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Veterans Memorial H S rank in TX?
Veterans Memorial H S ranks #5,224 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Veterans Memorial H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Veterans Memorial H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Veterans Memorial H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Memorial H S has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Veterans Memorial H S a charter school?
No, Veterans Memorial H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Veterans Memorial H S a Title I school?
No, Veterans Memorial H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Veterans Memorial H S?
80.0% of students at Veterans Memorial H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,817
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 138
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (956) 323-3000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
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District
MISSION CISD- District Enrollment
- 14,068
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,955
- District Rank
- #12 of 22
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