Serving 393 students in grades 9-12, Santa Gertrudis Academy High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Gertrudis Academy High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kingsville, TX, covering approximately 197.5 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 22.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Gertrudis Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Santa Gertrudis Academy High School's student population of 393 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Hard Work. Focused Dedication.
School Rankings
Santa Gertrudis Academy 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 Santa Gertrudis Academy High School is 0.31, 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
#1418 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
82%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
14%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Gertrudis Academy High School's ranking?
Santa Gertrudis Academy High School is ranked #1418 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Santa Gertrudis Academy High School often compared to?
Santa Gertrudis Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H M King High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Gertrudis Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Gertrudis Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Santa Gertrudis Academy High School?
393 students attend Santa Gertrudis Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Santa Gertrudis Academy High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Gertrudis Academy High School?
Santa Gertrudis Academy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Santa Gertrudis Academy High School offer ?
Santa Gertrudis Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Gertrudis Academy High School part of?
Santa Gertrudis Academy High School is part of Santa Gertrudis Independent School District.
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