Presley High School is a public high school located in Sonora, Texas and classified as a 6A school by the UIL. It is part of the Sonora Independent School District which covers all of Sutton County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 289 students in grades 7-12, Sonora Secondary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Sonora Secondary School's student population of 289 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Sonora Secondary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonora Secondary School is 0.37, 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
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bronco
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonora Secondary School's ranking?
Sonora Secondary School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sonora Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Sonora Secondary School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sonora Secondary School?
289 students attend Sonora Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sonora Secondary School students are Hispanic, 23% 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 9:1, 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 Independent School District.
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