Plainview High School is a public high school located in the city of Plainview, Texas, USA and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Plainview Independent School District located in northeast Hale County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,418 students in grades 9-12, Plainview 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plainview High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Plainview school district, covering an area of approximately 397 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plainview High School's student population of 1,418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plainview 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 Plainview High School is 0.30, 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
#6083 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainview High School's ranking?
Plainview High School is ranked #6083 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Plainview High School often compared to?
Plainview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hale Center High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainview High School?
The graduation rate of Plainview High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Plainview High School?
1,418 students attend Plainview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Plainview High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainview High School?
Plainview High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plainview High School offer ?
Plainview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Plainview High School part of?
Plainview High School is part of Plainview Independent School District.
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