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El Paso Independent School District

Transmountain Early College High School

#1 in Niche Standout High Schools in El Paso Area
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • El Paso, TX
  • 232 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      B-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Transmountain Early College High School is a highly rated, public school located in El Paso, TX. It has 445 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 95% of students are at least proficient in math and 95% in reading.
    Address
    9570 Gateway Blvd N
    El Paso, TX 79924
    Telephone
    (915) 887-6805
    Website
    episd.org
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    Transmountain Early College High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    95%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    95%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1110
    72 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    23 responses
    AP Enrollment
    12%
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    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $44,431
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $792
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $121,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    95%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
    Poll
    89%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 81 responses
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    • Spirit Week
      23%
    • Mu Alpha Theta Pie Day
      19%
    • Winter Formal
      16%
    • Talent Show
      12%
    • Sport Inter murals
      9%
    • Homecoming
      6%
    • Spirit Week
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    445
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    56%
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.26 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.26 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.26 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    20:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $50,786
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.3%
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.31 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.31 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.31 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $9,772/ year
    National
    $12,239
    71%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.42 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.42 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.42 responses
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    It was an incredible experience to have attended such tiny school and yet we had many things that usually come with a traditional high school. There's some downsides, such s being out in the desert and being in portable classrooms meaning that in bad weather we were always getting sunburn or wet by the rain. None the less, graduating with a diploma and college degree was the greatest experience ever!
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    Transmountain Early College High School, more commonly referred to simply as TMECHS, is an excellent school that has not only prepared me for college, but has given me the opportunity to take college-level and dual-credit classes in the process. Being a TMECHS student has allowed me to take college classes over the span of four years WHILE in high school. As a senior, I have just graduated with my associate degree at the age of seventeen! The best part about it is that we obtained it for virtually no cost! Additionally, being an ECHS student increases eligilibity for more scholarships. Even though we don't have competitive sports or advanced orchestra/band, TMECHS is the ideal school for any student that is academically inclined and college-bound!
    This school allowed me to express myself with grace, and provided a sense of community, due to the size. The teachers were not seen as intimidating authorities by the students, but rather mentors who demonstrated genuine interest and companionship. We were no regular high school, though. We were given the incredible opportunity of obtaining a high school diploma and 2 year college degree simultaneously. Personally, it never seemed like a difficult journey for me, because there was always someone around me who was caring enough to assist me when I was in need. It is a wonderful school with many hidden gems - from academics to new found friendships. I will always look back to the time I spent there as the most defining and profoundly impactful years of my life thus far.