Bangs High School is a public high school located in Bangs, Texas, and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Bangs Independent School District located in western Brown County. For the 2021-2022 school year, the school was given an "A" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, Bangs High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (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 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bangs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bangs High School's student population of 242 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Dragon!
School Rankings
Bangs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bangs 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
#3620 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
66%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon/lady Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bangs High School's ranking?
Bangs High School is ranked #3620 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Bangs High School?
The graduation rate of Bangs High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bangs High School?
242 students attend Bangs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bangs High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bangs High School?
Bangs High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bangs High School offer ?
Bangs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bangs High School part of?
Bangs High School is part of Bangs Independent School District.
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