Baird High School is a public high school located in Baird, Texas and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. It is part of the Baird Independent School District located in central Callahan County. For the 2021-2022 school year, the school was given a "B" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 140 students in grades 6-12, Baird High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Baird High School encompasses the entire Baird school district, covering approximately 375 square miles in Baird, TX. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 12 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baird High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baird High School's student population of 140 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baird 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 Baird High School is 0.33, 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
#4093 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
80%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baird High School's ranking?
Baird High School is ranked #4093 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 Baird High School?
The graduation rate of Baird High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Baird High School?
140 students attend Baird High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Baird High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baird High School?
Baird High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baird High School offer ?
Baird High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Baird High School part of?
Baird High School is part of Baird Independent School District.
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