Boyd High School is a public high school located in Boyd, Texas, United States. It is part of the Boyd Independent School District located in southeastern Wise County and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. In 2017, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 417 students in grades 9-12, Boyd High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 22% 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: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boyd High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Boyd Independent School District, covering approximately 68 square miles around Boyd, TX. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boyd High School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boyd 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 Boyd High School is 0.37, 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
#2645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
17%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
78%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Yellowjacket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyd High School's ranking?
Boyd High School is ranked #2645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Boyd High School often compared to?
Boyd High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alvord High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boyd High School?
The graduation rate of Boyd High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Boyd High School?
417 students attend Boyd High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Boyd High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd High School?
Boyd High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boyd High School offer ?
Boyd High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Boyd High School part of?
Boyd High School is part of Boyd Independent School District.
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