Serving 431 students in grades 9-12, Aransas Pass 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aransas Pass High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Aransas Pass school district, covering approximately 55.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aransas Pass High School's student population of 431 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Aransas Pass High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aransas Pass High School is 0.49, 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
#4742 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
66%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aransas Pass High School's ranking?
Aransas Pass High School is ranked #4742 out of 8,096 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?
40-44% 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 Aransas Pass High School?
The graduation rate of Aransas Pass High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Aransas Pass High School?
431 students attend Aransas Pass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Aransas Pass High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aransas Pass High School?
Aransas Pass High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aransas Pass High School offer ?
Aransas Pass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aransas Pass High School part of?
Aransas Pass High School is part of Aransas Pass Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this school until there is an overhaul of the new administration, primarily the High School principle and the Superintendent. We have lost many students and many good teachers this past year.
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