Avery High School is a high school located in Avery, Texas. It is part of the Avery Independent School District located in east central Red River County. In 2022, the school received an "A" rating from the Texas Education Agency
Serving 171 students in grades 6-12, Avery Secondary ranks in the top 30% 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avery Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Avery Secondary's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Avery Secondary ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avery Secondary is 0.43, 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
#1796 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
74%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs/lady Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avery Secondary's ranking?
Avery Secondary is ranked #1796 out of 8,188 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avery Secondary?
The graduation rate of Avery Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Avery Secondary?
171 students attend Avery Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Avery Secondary students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avery Secondary?
Avery Secondary has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Avery Secondary offer ?
Avery Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Avery Secondary part of?
Avery Secondary is part of Avery Independent School District.
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