Elgin High School is a public high school located in Elgin, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is part of the Elgin Independent School District located in north central Bastrop County and extends westward into Travis County and eastward into Lee County.
Serving 1,779 students in grades 9-12, Elgin 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 6% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elgin High School's student population of 1,779 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Elgin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elgin High School is 0.41, 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
#7870 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
75%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat/lady Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elgin High School's ranking?
Elgin High School is ranked #7870 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elgin High School often compared to?
Elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bastrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elgin High School?
The graduation rate of Elgin High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Elgin High School?
1,779 students attend Elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Elgin High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elgin High School?
Elgin High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elgin High School offer ?
Elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elgin High School part of?
Elgin High School is part of Elgin Independent School District.
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