Lockhart High School is a public high school located in Lockhart, Texas, United States and classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Lockhart Independent School District located in central Caldwell County.
Serving 2,006 students in grades 9-12, Lockhart 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,006 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lockhart High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Lockhart, TX, encompassing approximately 337.2 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.3 miles and the furthest edge located 19.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lockhart High School's student population of 2,006 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,006 students
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
School Motto
Building a Legacy of Excellence
School Rankings
Lockhart 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 Lockhart High School is 0.33, 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
#7730 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
81%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
14%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockhart High School's ranking?
Lockhart High School is ranked #7730 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lockhart High School?
The graduation rate of Lockhart High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Lockhart High School?
2,006 students attend Lockhart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lockhart High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockhart High School?
Lockhart High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockhart High School offer ?
Lockhart High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lockhart High School part of?
Lockhart High School is part of Lockhart Independent School District.
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