Serving 681 students in grades 9-12, Bandera 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bandera High School's student population of 681 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bandera High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bandera 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
#4315 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bandera High School's ranking?
Bandera High School is ranked #4315 out of 8,079 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bandera High School?
The graduation rate of Bandera High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bandera High School?
681 students attend Bandera High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bandera High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bandera High School?
Bandera High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bandera High School offer ?
Bandera High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bandera High School part of?
Bandera High School is part of Bandera ISD School District.
School Reviews
1 10/20/2020
This is the worst school ever! There is a teacher at this high school that will do everything in her power to ruin student's success. One time my student was bullied at the school and the High School did nothing about it.. If you want your student to be ruined, this is the school for your child... I recommend that the school hire some good teachers that actually care about their students' success.
2 10/8/2015
Awful school based on who you are not what you do. Teachers have grown up with most of the students parents, therefore giving special treatment to the kids. With the exception of a few teachers most are uncaring and unwilling to help the children if it is an inconvenience to them. Children are bullied an harassed daily while the principle pretends to deal with the problem while it gets swept under the rug. The women in the front office are rude and angry. When getting your child out of school for a family emergency I was prompted to give them a note. I had no idea a death in the family requited a doctors note. Overall awful school no preparation for college, staff is rude and education is sub par.
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