Peaster High School is a public high school located in unincorporated Peaster, Texas, United States. It is part of the Peaster Independent School District located in north central Parker County and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. While the school is in Peaster, it has a Weatherford address.
Serving 524 students in grades 9-12, Peaster High School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Peaster High School serves the entire district of Peaster, TX, covering an area of approximately 57 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peaster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Peaster High School's student population of 524 students has grown by 30% 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
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Peaster High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peaster High School is 0.36, 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
#2073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
78%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peaster High School's ranking?
Peaster High School is ranked #2073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Peaster High School often compared to?
Peaster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poolville High School, Brock High School by visitors of our site.
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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peaster High School?
The graduation rate of Peaster High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Peaster High School?
524 students attend Peaster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Peaster High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peaster High School?
Peaster High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peaster High School offer ?
Peaster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Peaster High School part of?
Peaster High School is part of Peaster Independent School District.
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