Devine High School is a public high school located in the city of Devine, Texas, USA and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Devine Independent School District located in southeastern Medina County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 551 students in grades 9-12, Devine High School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Devine High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Devine, TX, covering an area of approximately 197.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 9.5 miles and the furthest edge located 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Devine High School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1881
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Success
School Rankings
Devine High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devine High School is 0.45, 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
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 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)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)29%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Warhorse/arabian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devine High School's ranking?
Devine High School is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Devine High School often compared to?
Devine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Natalia High School, Devine Daep School, Hondo High School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Devine High School?
The graduation rate of Devine High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Devine High School?
551 students attend Devine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Devine High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Devine High School?
Devine High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Devine High School offer ?
Devine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Devine High School part of?
Devine High School is part of Devine Independent School District.
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