Serving 297 students in grades 9-12, Idalou High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Idalou High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Idalou, TX, covering approximately 122.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idalou High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Idalou High School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Learn, Serve, Inspire
School Rankings
Idalou 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 Idalou High School is 0.52, 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
#844 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
57%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idalou High School's ranking?
Idalou High School is ranked #844 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Idalou High School often compared to?
Idalou High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shallowater High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idalou High School?
The graduation rate of Idalou High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Idalou High School?
297 students attend Idalou High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Idalou High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idalou High School?
Idalou High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idalou High School offer ?
Idalou High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Idalou High School part of?
Idalou High School is part of Idalou Independent School District.
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