Ennis High School is a public high school located in the city of Ennis, Texas, in Ellis County, United States and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Ennis Independent School District located in southeast Ellis County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,887 students in grades 9-12, Ennis 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 1,887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Ennis High School encompasses the entire Ennis school district, covering an area of approximately 260.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ennis High School's student population of 1,887 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,887 students
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
School Motto
Every Student Is Important.
School Rankings
Ennis 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 Ennis High School is 0.58, 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
#6911 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
25%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Lion (samson) And Lady Lion (delilah)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ennis High School's ranking?
Ennis High School is ranked #6911 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ennis High School often compared to?
Ennis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midlothian High School, Waxahachie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ennis High School?
The graduation rate of Ennis High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Ennis High School?
1,887 students attend Ennis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ennis High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ennis High School?
Ennis High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ennis High School offer ?
Ennis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ennis High School part of?
Ennis High School is part of Ennis Independent School District.
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