Abernathy High School is a public high school located in Abernathy, Texas, United States. It is part of the Abernathy Independent School District located in central Hale County and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 237 students in grades 9-12, Abernathy High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Abernathy High School encompasses the entire school district in Abernathy, TX, covering approximately 181.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 8.3 miles and the furthest point located 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abernathy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abernathy High School's student population of 237 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abernathy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abernathy High School is 0.56, 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
#3501 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Antelope/lady Lope
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abernathy High School's ranking?
Abernathy High School is ranked #3501 out of 8,096 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abernathy High School?
The graduation rate of Abernathy High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Abernathy High School?
237 students attend Abernathy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Abernathy High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abernathy High School?
Abernathy High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abernathy High School offer ?
Abernathy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Abernathy High School part of?
Abernathy High School is part of Abernathy Independent School District.
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