Serving 1,927 students in grades 9-12, Lubbock 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lubbock High School serves the northern part of Lubbock, TX, covering an area of approximately 23.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lubbock High School's student population of 1,927 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,927 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1891
Campus Size
5.5 acres (2.2 ha)
School Rankings
Lubbock 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 Lubbock High School is 0.56, 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
#5229 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Westerner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lubbock High School's ranking?
Lubbock High School is ranked #5229 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lubbock High School often compared to?
Lubbock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey High School, Lubbock-cooper High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lubbock High School?
The graduation rate of Lubbock High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Lubbock High School?
1,927 students attend Lubbock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lubbock High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lubbock High School?
Lubbock High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lubbock High School offer ?
Lubbock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lubbock High School part of?
Lubbock High School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lubbock High School located?
Lubbock High School is located in the South Overton neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
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