Little Elm High School is a public high school in Little Elm, Texas, United States and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Little Elm Independent School District located in east central Denton County.
Serving 2,519 students in grades 9-12, Little Elm 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Little Elm High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Little Elm, TX, encompassing approximately 38.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Little Elm High School's student population of 2,519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Little Elm 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 Little Elm High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#5899 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
28%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Lobos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Elm High School's ranking?
Little Elm High School is ranked #5899 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Elm High School?
The graduation rate of Little Elm High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Little Elm High School?
2,519 students attend Little Elm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Little Elm High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Elm High School?
Little Elm High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Elm High School offer ?
Little Elm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Little Elm High School part of?
Little Elm High School is part of Little Elm Independent School District.
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