Serving 206 students in grades 7-12, Ben Bolt-palito Blanco 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Ben Bolt-Pal Blanco High School encompasses the entire school district in Alice, TX, covering approximately 138 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School's student population of 206 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco 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 Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School is 0.13, 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
#6252 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)30.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Badgers/lady Badgers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School's ranking?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School is ranked #6252 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School often compared to?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice High School, Orange Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School?
The graduation rate of Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School?
206 students attend Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School offer ?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School part of?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco High School is part of Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco Independent School District.
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