Muleshoe High School is a public high school located in Muleshoe, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Muleshoe Independent School District located in northwest Bailey County. During 2022–2023, Muleshoe High School had an enrollment of 359 students and a student to teacher ratio of 10.04.
Serving 341 students in grades 9-12, Muleshoe 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Muleshoe High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Muleshoe, TX, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muleshoe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Muleshoe High School's student population of 341 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
341 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Building the Future, One Student at a Time.
School Rankings
Muleshoe 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 Muleshoe High School is 0.22, 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
#4799 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)29.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black
School Mascot
Mules/lady Mules
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muleshoe High School's ranking?
Muleshoe High School is ranked #4799 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Muleshoe High School?
The graduation rate of Muleshoe High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Muleshoe High School?
341 students attend Muleshoe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Muleshoe High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muleshoe High School?
Muleshoe High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Muleshoe High School offer ?
Muleshoe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Muleshoe High School part of?
Muleshoe High School is part of Muleshoe Independent School District.
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