La Grange High School is a public high school in La Grange, Texas, United States. It is a part of the La Grange Independent School District located in central Fayette County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 600 students in grades 9-12, La Grange High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: LA GRANGE H S's attendance zone covers the entire La Grange school district, encompassing an area of approximately 316.3 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 9.9 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 14.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Grange High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Grange High School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Grange 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 La Grange High School is 0.60, 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
#3508 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Leopards/lady Leps
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Grange High School's ranking?
La Grange High School is ranked #3508 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Grange High School often compared to?
La Grange High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fayetteville Schools, Round Top-carmine High School, Columbus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Grange High School?
The graduation rate of La Grange High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend La Grange High School?
600 students attend La Grange High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of La Grange High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Grange High School?
La Grange High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Grange High School offer ?
La Grange High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Grange High School part of?
La Grange High School is part of La Grange Independent School District.
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