Stanton High School is a public high school located in the city of Stanton, Texas in Martin County, United States and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Stanton Independent School District located in southeast Martin County.
Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Stanton High School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanton High School's attendance zone covers the entire Stanton, TX school district, encompassing approximately 339.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 11.7 miles and the furthest edge located 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stanton High School's student population of 328 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanton High School is 0.45, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
69%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
27%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buffalo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanton High School's ranking?
Stanton High School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stanton High School?
The graduation rate of Stanton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stanton High School?
328 students attend Stanton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stanton High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanton High School?
Stanton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stanton High School offer ?
Stanton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stanton High School part of?
Stanton High School is part of Stanton Independent School District.
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