SOUTH TEXAS H S FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS

SOUTH TEXAS H S FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS is a Title I public high school that is part of the SOUTH TEXAS ISD school district, located in MERCEDES, TX with about 861 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 57 teachers, SOUTH TEXAS H S FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

South Texas High School for Health Professions (commonly referred to as "Med High") is a prestigious magnet school located in Mercedes, Texas, serving as a flagship campus within the South Texas Independent School District (STISD). As a tuition-free, public magnet institution, it draws students from across the Rio Grande Valley who are specifically interested in pursuing careers in medicine, nursing, dentistry, and other allied health fields. The school is renowned for its rigorous academic environment, consistently ranking among the top high schools in the state and nation for its focus on college readiness and specialized professional preparation.

Beyond a standard high school curriculum, Med High offers students unique hands-on learning experiences through clinical rotations, laboratory training, and partnerships with local healthcare facilities. The school’s mission is to integrate academic excellence with professional health certification opportunities, allowing students to graduate not only with a high school diploma but often with industry-recognized certifications and college credits. By maintaining a highly competitive and focused atmosphere, the school successfully prepares its diverse student body for the demands of university-level health science programs and the evolving workforce in the medical sector.

For more information, contact SOUTH TEXAS H S FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS at (956) 565-2237 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.