Serving 2,026 students in grades 9-12, Lufkin 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 2,026 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Lufkin High School encompasses the entire school district in Lufkin, TX, covering approximately 162.7 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lufkin High School's student population of 2,026 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,026 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lufkin 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 Lufkin High School is 0.65, 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
#6116 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Panther/lady Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lufkin High School's ranking?
Lufkin High School is ranked #6116 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lufkin High School often compared to?
Lufkin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson High School, Pineywoods Community Academy High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lufkin High School?
The graduation rate of Lufkin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Lufkin High School?
2,026 students attend Lufkin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lufkin High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lufkin High School?
Lufkin High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lufkin High School offer ?
Lufkin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lufkin High School part of?
Lufkin High School is part of Lufkin Independent School District.
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