Grapeland High School is a public high school located in the city of Grapeland, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Grapeland Independent School District located in north central Houston County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 145 students in grades 9-12, Grapeland 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grapeland High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Grapeland school district, covering approximately 227.5 square miles. This area is generally located in Grapeland, TX, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 10.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 15.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grapeland High School's student population of 145 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Sandie Pride Never Dies
School Rankings
Grapeland 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 Grapeland 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
#6323 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
10%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
61%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Sandies/sandiettes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grapeland High School's ranking?
Grapeland High School is ranked #6323 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Grapeland High School often compared to?
Grapeland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crockett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grapeland High School?
The graduation rate of Grapeland High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grapeland High School?
145 students attend Grapeland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Grapeland High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grapeland High School?
Grapeland High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grapeland High School offer ?
Grapeland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Grapeland High School part of?
Grapeland High School is part of Grapeland Independent School District.
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