Serving 484 students in grades 9-12, Gladewater 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 35-39% (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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Gladewater High School covers the entire Gladewater school district, encompassing an area of approximately 109.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladewater High School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Gladewater 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 Gladewater High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
85-89%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange & Black
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladewater High School's ranking?
Gladewater High School is ranked #5798 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?
35-39% 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 Gladewater High School?
The graduation rate of Gladewater High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Gladewater High School?
484 students attend Gladewater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Gladewater High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladewater High School?
Gladewater High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gladewater High School offer ?
Gladewater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gladewater High School part of?
Gladewater High School is part of Gladewater Independent School District.
School Reviews
Review Gladewater High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
