Serving 365 students in grades 9-12, Blanco High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: BLANCO H S is located in Blanco, TX, and its attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 349.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanco High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blanco High School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
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 Blanco High School is 0.54, 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
#4742 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Panther/lady Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanco High School's ranking?
Blanco High School is ranked #4742 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blanco High School?
The graduation rate of Blanco High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Blanco High School?
365 students attend Blanco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blanco High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanco High School?
Blanco High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanco High School offer ?
Blanco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blanco High School part of?
Blanco High School is part of Blanco Independent School District.
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