Serving 664 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bandera High School's attendance zone covers the entire Bandera school district, encompassing approximately 316.3 square miles around Bandera, TX. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bandera High School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
664 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1935
School Motto
Smaller. Better. Bandera.
School Rankings
Bandera 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 Bandera High School is 0.52, 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
#7082 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
60%
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)29.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bandera High School's ranking?
Bandera High School is ranked #7082 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bandera High School?
The graduation rate of Bandera High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Bandera High School?
664 students attend Bandera High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bandera High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bandera High School?
Bandera High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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.
1 10/10/2025
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.
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