Serving 368 students in grades 9-12, Gunter High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gunter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gunter High School's student population of 368 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gunter High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gunter High School is 0.40, 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
#3466 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
75%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gunter High School's ranking?
Gunter High School is ranked #3466 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gunter High School?
The graduation rate of Gunter High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gunter High School?
368 students attend Gunter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Gunter High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gunter High School?
Gunter High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gunter High School offer ?
Gunter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gunter High School part of?
Gunter High School is part of Gunter Independent School District.
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