Serving 53 students in grades 9-12, Pathways 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathways High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pathways High School's student population of 53 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Pathways High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathways High School is 0.66, 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
#5881 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathways High School's ranking?
Pathways High School is ranked #5881 out of 8,188 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pathways High School?
The graduation rate of Pathways High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pathways High School?
53 students attend Pathways High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pathways High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pathways High School?
Pathways High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pathways High School offer ?
Pathways High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pathways High School part of?
Pathways High School is part of Denison Independent School District.
School Reviews
4 3/17/2020
It is not a good place to go. If I was you, I wouldn't mess around in school. Just get your stuff done and be a good kid. Don't start fights or threaten people either. It ain't worth the consequences of coming to pathways. Be a good kid and graduate so you can do what you want instead of having people look at you and say that you were a bad kid growing up!
5 8/17/2016
This was my most favorite school I've ever attended, they make learning fun/easy. I've always had a problem staying focused and a hard time on understanding what I'm learning. The one on one between teachers and students helped me tremendously! If it wasn't for this place I don't think I would not have graduated, but I did in 2014!! And everything for me has been so bright and wonderful every since. It's not like a school base surrounding, it's like a home anyway from home, and a big family. So willing to help one another. A very big plus to the school, is working on computers and working at your own pace. They don't give up on you, and won't let you give up on yourself. I would recommend this school to anyone and everyone. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication, your each so special! Class of 2014, Le'Andra!
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