Seminole High School is a public high school located in Seminole, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Seminole Independent School District located in central Gaines County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 835 students in grades 9-12, Seminole 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 29% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: SEMINOLE H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire Seminole school district, covering approximately 1,164.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Seminole High School's student population of 835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
835 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Seminole 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 Seminole High School is 0.51, 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
#6096 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
41%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Indians & Maidens
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seminole High School's ranking?
Seminole High School is ranked #6096 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?
29% 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 Seminole High School?
The graduation rate of Seminole High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Seminole High School?
835 students attend Seminole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Seminole High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seminole High School?
Seminole High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seminole High School offer ?
Seminole High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Seminole High School part of?
Seminole High School is part of Seminole Independent School District.
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