RIVERA EARLY COLLEGE H S
2,150 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Rivera Early College High School, located in Brownsville, Texas, is a prominent campus within the Brownsville Independent School District. As an "Early College" institution, the school is specifically designed to bridge the gap between secondary and post-secondary education. Its primary mission is to provide students with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma while simultaneously accumulating significant college credit hours—often leading to an Associate’s Degree—through partnerships with local higher education institutions. This model is intended to reduce the financial burden of college and better prepare students for the academic rigor of university life.
Beyond its academic focus, Rivera High School is deeply embedded in the Brownsville community, reflecting the district's commitment to college and career readiness. The campus offers a comprehensive high school experience that includes a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations, ensuring a well-rounded development for its diverse student body. By integrating a supportive environment with advanced academic tracks, Rivera Early College High School aims to empower its students to succeed in higher education and compete effectively in the modern global workforce.
Beyond its academic focus, Rivera High School is deeply embedded in the Brownsville community, reflecting the district's commitment to college and career readiness. The campus offers a comprehensive high school experience that includes a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations, ensuring a well-rounded development for its diverse student body. By integrating a supportive environment with advanced academic tracks, Rivera Early College High School aims to empower its students to succeed in higher education and compete effectively in the modern global workforce.
2,150
Total Students
136.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic | 2,134 |
| Black | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic2,134 (99.3%)
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White13 (0.6%)
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Black2 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | BROWNSVILLE ISD |
| Phone: | (956)831-8700 |
| Website: | http://www.bisd.us/rivera/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,150 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 136.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 2,030 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
529
Grade 10
589
Grade 11
550
Grade 12
482
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 529 |
| Grade 10 | 589 |
| Grade 11 | 550 |
| Grade 12 | 482 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,047 | 48.7% |
| Male | 1,103 | 51.3% |
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