Lancaster High School is a public secondary school in Lancaster, Texas. It is part of the Lancaster Independent School District and serves students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 2,313 students in grades 9-12, Lancaster 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lancaster High School's student population of 2,313 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Orange
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancaster High School is 0.41, 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
#7350 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
74%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster High School's ranking?
Lancaster High School is ranked #7350 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lancaster High School often compared to?
Lancaster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill High School, Wilmer-hutchins High School, Garland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lancaster High School?
The graduation rate of Lancaster High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lancaster High School?
2,313 students attend Lancaster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lancaster High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lancaster High School?
Lancaster High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lancaster High School offer ?
Lancaster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lancaster High School part of?
Lancaster High School is part of Lancaster Independent School District.
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