Serving 314 students in grades 7-12, Sonora Secondary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonora Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Sonora Secondary School's student population of 314 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonora Secondary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonora Secondary School is 0.34, 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
#1270 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonora Secondary School's ranking?
Sonora Secondary School is ranked #1270 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sonora Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Sonora Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Sonora Secondary School?
314 students attend Sonora Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sonora Secondary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonora Secondary School?
Sonora Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonora Secondary School offer ?
Sonora Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Sonora Secondary School part of?
Sonora Secondary School is part of Sonora ISD School District.
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