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 626 students in grades 9-12, Giddings High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
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 12:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Giddings High School's student population of 626 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Giddings High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 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
#1540 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buffalo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giddings High School's ranking?
Giddings High School is ranked #1540 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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%.
How many students attend Giddings High School?
626 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, 6% of students are Black, and 2% 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 12:1, 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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