Serving 220 students in grades 9-12, Bland High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: BLAND H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Merit, TX, covering approximately 60.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bland High School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bland 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 Bland 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
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
49%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
47%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bland High School's ranking?
Bland High School is ranked #2600 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bland High School often compared to?
Bland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caddo Mills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Bland High School?
The graduation rate of Bland High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Bland High School?
220 students attend Bland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bland High School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bland High School?
Bland High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bland High School offer ?
Bland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bland High School part of?
Bland High School is part of Bland Independent School District.
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