Childress High School is a public high school located in Childress, Texas that classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Childress Independent School District located in central Childress County. The school was designed by Guy Anton Carlander.
Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Childress High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Childress High School serves the entire district of Childress, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 651.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Childress High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Childress High School's student population of 317 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Royal blue
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Childress High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Childress High School is 0.57, 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
#2322 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
54%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Childress High School's ranking?
Childress High School is ranked #2322 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Childress High School?
The graduation rate of Childress High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Childress High School?
317 students attend Childress High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Childress High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Childress High School?
Childress High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Childress High School offer ?
Childress High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Childress High School part of?
Childress High School is part of Childress Independent School District.
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