Cuero High School is a public high school located in Cuero, Texas, United States and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Cuero Independent School District located in central DeWitt County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 647 students in grades 9-12, Cuero 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: CUERO H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cuero school district, covering approximately 268.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.7 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cuero High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cuero High School's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
647 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cuero 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 Cuero High School is 0.59, 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
#4525 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Gobbler/lady Gobbler
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cuero High School's ranking?
Cuero High School is ranked #4525 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cuero High School?
The graduation rate of Cuero High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Cuero High School?
647 students attend Cuero High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cuero High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cuero High School?
Cuero High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cuero High School offer ?
Cuero High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cuero High School part of?
Cuero High School is part of Cuero Independent School District.
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