For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 12,579 students in Mesquite, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in Mesquite, TX are Vroonland - Vanguard High School, Poteet High School and Horn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mesquite, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Mesquite have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Mesquite, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Mesquite High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools in Mesquite, TX (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vroonland - Vanguard High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Faithom P Lucas Sr Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-0001
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-0001
Gr: 9-12 | 1,591 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Poteet High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Poteet Dr
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5300
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,527 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Horn High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 E Cartwright Rd
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5200
Mesquite, TX 75181
(972) 882-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,874 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
North Mesquite High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18201 Lbj Fwy
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7900
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,100 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
West Mesquite High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Memorial Pkwy
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7600
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Mesquite High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Davis St
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7800
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Mesquite, Texas ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mesquite Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
2704 Motley
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7570
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 882-7570
Gr: 8-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Mesquite, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in Mesquite, TX include Vroonland - Vanguard High School, Poteet High School and Horn High School.
How many public high schools are located in Mesquite?
6 public high schools are located in Mesquite.
What is the racial composition of students in Mesquite?
Mesquite public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Mesquite are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Mesquite include: North Mesquite High School vs. Mesquite High School
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