Serving 1,704 students in grades 9-12, Ennis High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ennis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ennis High School's student population of 1,704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ennis High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 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
#4015 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
27%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #4015 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ennis High School?
The graduation rate of Ennis High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ennis High School?
1,704 students attend Ennis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ennis High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 13% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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 ISD School District.
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