Ponder High School is a public high school located in Ponder, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Ponder Independent School District located in southwestern Denton County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 557 students in grades 9-12, Ponder High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponder High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ponder High School's student population of 557 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponder 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 Ponder High School is 0.55, 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
#2099 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
57%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion/lady Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponder High School's ranking?
Ponder High School is ranked #2099 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ponder High School often compared to?
Ponder High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest High School, Argyle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ponder High School?
The graduation rate of Ponder High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ponder High School?
557 students attend Ponder High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ponder High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponder High School?
Ponder High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ponder High School offer ?
Ponder High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ponder High School part of?
Ponder High School is part of Ponder Independent School District.
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