Serving 96 students in grades 7-12, Leggett 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LEGGETT H S serves an attendance zone in Leggett, TX, covering approximately 90.4 square miles, which encompasses the entire school district. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leggett High School's student population of 96 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
96 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Leggett 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 Leggett High School is 0.59, 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
#7119 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
27%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2018. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leggett High School's ranking?
Leggett High School is ranked #7119 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leggett High School?
The graduation rate of Leggett High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Leggett High School?
96 students attend Leggett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Leggett High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leggett High School?
Leggett High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leggett High School offer ?
Leggett High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Leggett High School part of?
Leggett High School is part of Leggett Independent School District.
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