Freer High School is a public high school located in the city of Freer, Texas, USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Freer Independent School District located in northwestern Duval County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Freer 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: FREER H S serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Freer, TX, encompassing approximately 405.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freer High School's student population of 202 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence and Integrity
School Rankings
Freer 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 Freer High School is 0.13, 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
#6105 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Buckaroos/lady Bucks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freer High School's ranking?
Freer High School is ranked #6105 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freer High School?
The graduation rate of Freer High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Freer High School?
202 students attend Freer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Freer High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freer High School?
Freer High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freer High School offer ?
Freer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Freer High School part of?
Freer High School is part of Freer Independent School District.
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