Serving 229 students in grades 9-12, Hemphill High School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hemphill High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hemphill school district, covering approximately 406.8 square miles in Hemphill, TX. The typical drive to the school from various points in the attendance area takes between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemphill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hemphill High School's student population of 229 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Hemphill 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 Hemphill High School is 0.49, 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
#2859 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
11%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
70%
24%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemphill High School's ranking?
Hemphill High School is ranked #2859 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hemphill High School?
The graduation rate of Hemphill High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Hemphill High School?
229 students attend Hemphill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hemphill High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% 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 Hemphill High School?
Hemphill High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hemphill High School offer ?
Hemphill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hemphill High School part of?
Hemphill High School is part of Hemphill Independent School District.
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