Serving 124 students in grades 9-12, Premier High School-el Paso Mesa ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Premier High School-el Paso Mesa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Premier High School-el Paso Mesa's student population of 124 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Futures Through Education.
School Rankings
Premier High School-el Paso Mesa ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Premier High School-el Paso Mesa 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
#4882 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Premier High School-el Paso Mesa's ranking?
Premier High School-el Paso Mesa is ranked #4882 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Premier High School-el Paso Mesa?
The graduation rate of Premier High School-el Paso Mesa is 40-49%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Premier High School-el Paso Mesa?
124 students attend Premier High School-el Paso Mesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Premier High School-el Paso Mesa students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Premier High School-el Paso Mesa?
Premier High School-el Paso Mesa has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Premier High School-el Paso Mesa offer ?
Premier High School-el Paso Mesa offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Premier High School-el Paso Mesa part of?
Premier High School-el Paso Mesa is part of Premier High Schools.
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