Serving 460 students in grades 9-12, Lyford 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Lyford High School's student population of 460 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyford 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
#5041 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyford High School's ranking?
Lyford High School is ranked #5041 out of 8,079 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyford High School?
The graduation rate of Lyford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lyford High School?
460 students attend Lyford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lyford High School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyford High School?
Lyford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyford High School offer ?
Lyford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lyford High School part of?
Lyford High School is part of Lyford CISD School District.
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