Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Claude Schools ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Claude High School covers the entire district of Claude, TX, encompassing approximately 823.3 square miles. Families living within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 19.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 29.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claude Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Claude Schools's student population of 297 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Through Vision and Commitment. Claude ISD will strive to achieve academic excellence and prepare each student to become a productive member of society.
School Rankings
Claude Schools ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claude Schools is 0.27, 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
#1566 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
85%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claude Schools's ranking?
Claude Schools is ranked #1566 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claude Schools?
The graduation rate of Claude Schools is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Claude Schools?
297 students attend Claude Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Claude Schools students are White, 11% 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 Claude Schools?
Claude Schools has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claude Schools offer ?
Claude Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Claude Schools part of?
Claude Schools is part of Claude Independent School District.
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