Cleveland High School is a public high school located in the city of Cleveland, Texas, United States and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Cleveland Independent School District located in northwestern Liberty County.
Serving 3,627 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleveland High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Cleveland, TX, covering an area of approximately 144 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cleveland High School's student population of 3,627 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 208 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
208 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cleveland 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 Cleveland High School is 0.22, 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
#7709 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Red
School Mascot
Indian/lady Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland High School's ranking?
Cleveland High School is ranked #7709 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cleveland High School often compared to?
Cleveland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarkington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland High School?
The graduation rate of Cleveland High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Cleveland High School?
3,627 students attend Cleveland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cleveland High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland High School?
Cleveland High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cleveland High School offer ?
Cleveland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cleveland High School part of?
Cleveland High School is part of Cleveland Independent School District.
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