Serving 2,015 students in grades 9-12, Ball High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,015 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ball High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ball High School's student population of 2,015 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,015 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ball High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ball High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4929 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ball High School's ranking?
Ball High School is ranked #4929 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ball High School?
The graduation rate of Ball High School is 83%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ball High School?
2,015 students attend Ball High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ball High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ball High School?
Ball High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ball High School offer ?
Ball High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ball High School part of?
Ball High School is part of Galveston ISD School District.
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