Pleasant Grove High School is a public high school located in Texarkana, Texas. It is the sole high school in the Pleasant Grove Independent School District and is classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 821 students in grades 9-12, Pleasant Grove High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Grove High School's attendance zone covers the entire Texarkana, TX school district, encompassing approximately 57.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 10.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pleasant Grove High School's student population of 821 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
821 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Pleasant Grove Independent School District is to ensure high levels of learning for all students.
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove High School is 0.52, 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
#1521 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
7%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
67%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove High School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove High School is ranked #1521 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pleasant Grove High School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Texas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasant Grove High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Pleasant Grove High School?
821 students attend Pleasant Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pleasant Grove High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove High School?
Pleasant Grove High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove High School offer ?
Pleasant Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pleasant Grove High School part of?
Pleasant Grove High School is part of Pleasant Grove Independent School District.
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