Los Fresnos High School is a public high school located in Los Fresnos, Texas. It is the sole high school in the Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District and is classified as a 6A school by the UIL. For the 2021-2022 school year, the school was given a "B" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 3,291 students in grades 9-12, Los Fresnos High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Fresnos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Los Fresnos High School's student population of 3,291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 203 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
203 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Los Fresnos High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Fresnos High School is 0.06, 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
#2566 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Fresnos High School's ranking?
Los Fresnos High School is ranked #2566 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Los Fresnos High School often compared to?
Los Fresnos High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlingen High School, Hanna Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Fresnos High School?
The graduation rate of Los Fresnos High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Los Fresnos High School?
3,291 students attend Los Fresnos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Los Fresnos High School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Fresnos High School?
Los Fresnos High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Los Fresnos High School offer ?
Los Fresnos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Los Fresnos High School part of?
Los Fresnos High School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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