Serving 2,450 students in grades 11-12, Plano Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 2,450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plano Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Plano Sr High School's student population of 2,450 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
2,450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plano Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plano Sr High School is 0.74, 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
#4005 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
40%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plano Sr High School's ranking?
Plano Sr High School is ranked #4005 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Plano Sr High School often compared to?
Plano Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plano West Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plano Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Plano Sr High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Plano Sr High School?
2,450 students attend Plano Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Plano Sr High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plano Sr High School?
Plano Sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plano Sr High School offer ?
Plano Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Plano Sr High School part of?
Plano Sr High School is part of Plano ISD School District.
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