Pleasanton High School is a public high school located in Pleasanton, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Pleasanton Independent School District located in central Atascosa County.
Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, Pleasanton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 75% 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: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasanton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pleasanton High School's student population of 978 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
978 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasanton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasanton High School is 0.44, 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
#3792 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle/lady Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasanton High School's ranking?
Pleasanton High School is ranked #3792 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pleasanton High School often compared to?
Pleasanton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poteet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasanton High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasanton High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pleasanton High School?
978 students attend Pleasanton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pleasanton High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasanton High School?
Pleasanton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasanton High School offer ?
Pleasanton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pleasanton High School part of?
Pleasanton High School is part of Pleasanton Independent School District.
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