Serving 1,846 students in grades 9-12, South Hills 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Hills High School serves the southern part of Fort Worth, TX, covering approximately 8.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hills High School's student population of 1,846 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,846 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
South Hills 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 South Hills High School is 0.24, 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
#7648 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Graduation Rate
87%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hills High School's ranking?
South Hills High School is ranked #7648 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are South Hills High School often compared to?
South Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Crowley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Hills High School?
The graduation rate of South Hills High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend South Hills High School?
1,846 students attend South Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Hills High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hills High School?
South Hills High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hills High School offer ?
South Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Hills High School part of?
South Hills High School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The administration is very informative.
Good discipline.
And great teachers!
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