Lockney High School is a public high school located in the city of Lockney, Texas, USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Lockney Independent School District located in northwestern Floyd County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 130 students in grades 9-12, Lockney 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 11-19% (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 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lockney High School serves the entire Lockney, TX district, encompassing an area of approximately 251.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lockney High School's student population of 130 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lockney 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 Lockney High School is 0.31, 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
#7451 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
82%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
15%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorn
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockney High School's ranking?
Lockney High School is ranked #7451 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?
11-19% 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 Lockney High School?
The graduation rate of Lockney High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lockney High School?
130 students attend Lockney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lockney High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockney High School?
Lockney High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockney High School offer ?
Lockney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lockney High School part of?
Lockney High School is part of Lockney Independent School District.
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