John H. Guyer High School is a public high school situated in the city of Denton, Texas, in Denton County, United States and classified as a 6A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Denton Independent School District located in central Denton County.
Serving 2,577 students in grades 9-12, Guyer High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Guyer High School serves the southern part of Denton, TX, covering an area of approximately 21.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guyer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Guyer High School's student population of 2,577 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,577 students
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guyer High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guyer 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
#1134 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
31%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
51%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guyer High School's ranking?
Guyer High School is ranked #1134 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Guyer High School often compared to?
Guyer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Guyer High School?
The graduation rate of Guyer High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Guyer High School?
2,577 students attend Guyer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Guyer High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guyer High School?
Guyer High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Guyer High School offer ?
Guyer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Guyer High School part of?
Guyer High School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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