Dr. Ralph H. Poteet High School is located at 3300 Poteet Drive in Mesquite, in the U.S. state of Texas. It opened in 1986 and is named for a former school superintendent, Dr. Ralph H. Poteet. It is the fourth high school built by the Mesquite Independent School District. Poteet serves grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,527 students in grades 9-12, Poteet High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poteet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Poteet High School's student population of 1,527 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1986
Colors
White, Green, Forest Green
School Rankings
Poteet High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poteet High School is 0.63, 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
#4383 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poteet High School's ranking?
Poteet High School is ranked #4383 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Poteet High School often compared to?
Poteet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sachse High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poteet High School?
The graduation rate of Poteet High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Poteet High School?
1,527 students attend Poteet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Poteet High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poteet High School?
Poteet High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poteet High School offer ?
Poteet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Poteet High School part of?
Poteet High School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
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