Serving 2,501 students in grades 9-12, Little Elm High School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Elm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Little Elm High School's student population of 2,501 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Elm High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Elm High School is 0.70, 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
#3506 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Little Elm High School's ranking?
Little Elm High School is ranked #3506 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Elm High School?
The graduation rate of Little Elm High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Little Elm High School?
2,501 students attend Little Elm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Little Elm High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Elm High School?
Little Elm High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Elm High School offer ?
Little Elm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Little Elm High School part of?
Little Elm High School is part of Little Elm ISD School District.
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