Serving 648 students in grades 8-12, La Marque High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Marque High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Marque High School's student population of 648 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Marque High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Marque High School is 0.57, 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
#6308 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
58%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Marque High School's ranking?
La Marque High School is ranked #6308 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Marque High School often compared to?
La Marque High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Texas City High School, Hitchcock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Marque High School?
The graduation rate of La Marque High School is 72%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend La Marque High School?
648 students attend La Marque High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of La Marque High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Marque High School?
La Marque High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Marque High School offer ?
La Marque High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is La Marque High School part of?
La Marque High School is part of Texas City ISD School District.
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