Serving 169 students in grades 9-12, Tahoka High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tahoka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tahoka High School's student population of 169 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tahoka High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tahoka High School is 0.51, 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
#2418 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
38%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
6%
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 Tahoka High School's ranking?
Tahoka High School is ranked #2418 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tahoka High School?
The graduation rate of Tahoka High School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tahoka High School?
169 students attend Tahoka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Tahoka High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tahoka High School?
Tahoka High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tahoka High School offer ?
Tahoka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tahoka High School part of?
Tahoka High School is part of Tahoka ISD School District.
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