San Saba High School is a public high school located in the city of San Saba, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the San Saba Independent School District, which encompasses central San Saba County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 217 students in grades 9-12, San Saba High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Saba High School's attendance zone covers the entire San Saba school district and encompasses approximately 520.9 square miles in San Saba, TX, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 13.2 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 25.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Saba High School's student population of 217 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing productive, successful citizens one child at a time!
School Rankings
San Saba High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Saba High School is 0.48, 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
#6446 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Armadillo/lady Dillo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Saba High School's ranking?
San Saba High School is ranked #6446 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Saba High School?
The graduation rate of San Saba High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend San Saba High School?
217 students attend San Saba High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of San Saba High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Saba High School?
San Saba High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Saba High School offer ?
San Saba High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Saba High School part of?
San Saba High School is part of San Saba Independent School District.
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