Giddings High School is a public high school located in the city of Giddings, Texas, United States and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Giddings Independent School District located in south central Lee County.
Serving 648 students in grades 9-12, Giddings High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than 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 64% 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: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Giddings High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Giddings school district, covering approximately 262.1 square miles in Giddings, TX. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Giddings High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Giddings High School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
648 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Giddings High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Giddings High School is 0.56, 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
#1746 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)16.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Buffalo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giddings High School's ranking?
Giddings High School is ranked #1746 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Giddings High School?
The graduation rate of Giddings High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Giddings High School?
648 students attend Giddings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Giddings High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Giddings High School?
Giddings High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Giddings High School offer ?
Giddings High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Giddings High School part of?
Giddings High School is part of Giddings Independent School District.
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