Serving 226 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 37% 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: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Bangs High School's attendance zone covers the entire Bangs, TX school district, encompassing approximately 205.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 18 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Bangs High School's student population of 226 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.53, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragon/lady Dragon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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 lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Bangs High School?
226 students attend Bangs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bangs High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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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