Serving 120 students in grades 9-12, Chireno 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CHIRENO H S's attendance zone covers the entire Chireno, TX school district, encompassing approximately 99.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chireno High School's student population of 120 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chireno 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 Chireno High School is 0.50, 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
#6754 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
68%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chireno High School's ranking?
Chireno High School is ranked #6754 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chireno High School often compared to?
Chireno High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chireno Elementary School, Brooks-quinn-jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chireno High School?
The graduation rate of Chireno High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Chireno High School?
120 students attend Chireno High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Chireno High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chireno High School?
Chireno High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chireno High School offer ?
Chireno High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chireno High School part of?
Chireno High School is part of Chireno Independent School District.
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