What grades does MERCEDES H S serve?

MERCEDES H S operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the MERCEDES area.

Where is MERCEDES H S located?

MERCEDES H S is a urban school in MERCEDES, TX.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MERCEDES H S?

The student-teacher ratio at MERCEDES H S is 13:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in MERCEDES, TX?

Schools in MERCEDES include MERCEDES H S and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the MERCEDES area.

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MERCEDES H S — School Calendar 2026-27

High|MERCEDES, Texas|MERCEDES ISD

MERCEDES, TX 78570

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Wed

First Day of SchoolEvent

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Sep

Mon

Labor DayHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreak

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

STAAR Fall Testing Windowexam

STAAR Fall Testing Window - Mercedes Independent School District

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreak

Winter Break - Mercedes Independent School District

Mar

Mon

Spring BreakBreak

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School Profile

Grades

8–12

Enrollment

895

Student:Teacher

13:1

Locale

Suburban

District

MERCEDES ISD

Econ. Disadvantaged

91.3%

Phone

(956)514-2100

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

12%

1th percentile in TX

Math Proficiency

6-9%

Graduation Rate

90-94%

Chronic Absenteeism

18.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

8 courses offered

85 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

107 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

55 students enrolled

Athletics

12 sports, 36 teams

659 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.6:1

Better than average in TX

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,005

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,385

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,621

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,665

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 30%State 55%Local 14%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$189,534

-0.4% 1yr+38.3% 5yr

McAllen, TX metro area

Community Need Level

High

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

42.0%

Below 150% poverty line

7.7%

Unemployment rate

30.9%

Uninsured residents

32.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

645

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

612

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

68%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

232 (38%)

Autism

114 (19%)

Intellectual Disability

92 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

75 (12%)

Speech/Language Impairment

63 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

22 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

903

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Aug 12, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day

Holiday

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No School - Mercedes Independent School District	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break - Mercedes Independent School District	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	STAAR Fall Testing Window STAAR Fall Testing Window - Mercedes Independent School District	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Winter Break - Mercedes Independent School District	Break	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break Spring Break - Mercedes Independent School District	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good Friday No School - Mercedes Independent School District	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	STAAR Spring Testing Window STAAR Spring Testing Window - Mercedes Independent School District	exam	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Last Day of School Last Day of School - Mercedes Independent School District	Event	—