Serving 1,767 students in grades 9-12, Bastrop 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 1,767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bastrop High School serves the northeast part of Bastrop, TX, covering an area of approximately 222.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the zone's edge being about 16.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bastrop High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bastrop High School's student population of 1,767 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,767 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bastrop 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 Bastrop High School is 0.51, 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
#7145 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
98%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Bears/lady Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bastrop High School's ranking?
Bastrop High School is ranked #7145 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bastrop High School often compared to?
Bastrop High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Creek High School, Smithville High School, Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bastrop High School?
The graduation rate of Bastrop High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Bastrop High School?
1,767 students attend Bastrop High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bastrop High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bastrop High School?
Bastrop High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bastrop High School offer ?
Bastrop High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bastrop High School part of?
Bastrop High School is part of Bastrop Independent School District.
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