LaPoynor High School is a public high school located just outside the unincorporated community of Larue, Texas, USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the LaPoynor Independent School District located in southeastern Henderson County.
Serving 167 students in grades 9-12, Lapoynor High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 17% 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: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lapoynor High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Larue, TX, covering approximately 150.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lapoynor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lapoynor High School's student population of 167 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
167 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lapoynor 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 Lapoynor High School is 0.30, 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
#3932 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1994–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Flyer/lady Flyer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lapoynor High School's ranking?
Lapoynor High School is ranked #3932 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lapoynor High School?
The graduation rate of Lapoynor High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Lapoynor High School?
167 students attend Lapoynor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lapoynor High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lapoynor High School?
Lapoynor High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lapoynor High School offer ?
Lapoynor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lapoynor High School part of?
Lapoynor High School is part of Lapoynor Independent School District.
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