Serving 2,054 students in grades 10-12, San Benito High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,054 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Benito High School's student population of 2,054 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 148 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
2,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
148 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Benito 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 San Benito High School is 0.02, which is less 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
#6303 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Benito High School's ranking?
San Benito High School is ranked #6303 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are San Benito High School often compared to?
San Benito High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlingen High School, Veterans Memorial Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Benito High School?
The graduation rate of San Benito High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend San Benito High School?
2,054 students attend San Benito High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of San Benito High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Benito High School?
San Benito High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Benito High School offer ?
San Benito High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is San Benito High School part of?
San Benito High School is part of San Benito CISD School District.
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