Education Vernon boasts a public school system committed to excellence in all areas. Vernon College, an accredited two-year public community college, offers a diverse selection of academic and vocational programs designed to help students achieve a variety of educational and career goals. Vernon Public Schools: Back-to-back state championships in academics and athletics the same year - an unprecedented feat for any school in Texas - stand as proof of the emphasis on excellence in the Vernon school system. The excellence is further proven by scores that are consistently above state averages, as well as scores on the ACT and SAT college entrance exam which also above state and national averages. Students are highly competitive in athletics and UIL competition, with a showcase full of district, regional and state trophies as proof. In recent years, Vernon teams have won state championships in football, girl's basketball and team tennis. Vernon schools have received a number of awards from the Texas Education Agency, including the designation of several campuses, as well as the District, with "Texas Recognized" status for the past several years. There are three same-grade elementary campuses. Grades six to eight attend middle school. The high school campus includes a football stadium, baseball field, tennis courts, softball field, gymnasium and music building. Vernon School website: www.vernonisd.org Vernon College: Opened in 1972, Vernon College offers associate degree and certificate programs, vocational-technical courses and adult continuing education classes, all designed to meet a variety of interests. Athletic scholarships are available in men's and women's rodeo, baseball, women's softball and volleyball. Student housing is available in two dormitories. The attractive campus also includes an up-to-date, well-stocked library, a physical education center with an indoor pool and a student center with dining and recreational facilities