Moody High School is a public high school located on the south edge of Moody, Texas, USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Moody Independent School District located in southwestern McLennan County and extends into portions of Coryell County and Bell County, Texas.
Serving 216 students in grades 9-12, Moody High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for MOODY H S covers the entire district in Moody, TX, encompassing approximately 102.1 square miles. Most areas are within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moody High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moody High School's student population of 216 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Moody 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 Moody High School is 0.57, 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
#4742 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
30%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
58%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moody High School's ranking?
Moody High School is ranked #4742 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moody High School?
The graduation rate of Moody High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Moody High School?
216 students attend Moody High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Moody High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moody High School?
Moody High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moody High School offer ?
Moody High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moody High School part of?
Moody High School is part of Moody Independent School District.
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