Stratford High School is a public high school located in Stratford, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Stratford Independent School District located in central Sherman County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 160 students in grades 9-12, Stratford 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 20-29% (which is lower 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 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: STRATFORD H S's attendance zone serves the entire Stratford school district, covering approximately 865.5 square miles in Stratford, TX, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 17.5 miles, extending up to 23.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stratford High School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stratford 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 Stratford High School is 0.52, 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
#4791 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
39%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Elks/lady Elks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford High School's ranking?
Stratford High School is ranked #4791 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?
20-29% 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 Stratford High School?
The graduation rate of Stratford High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Stratford High School?
160 students attend Stratford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Stratford High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratford High School?
Stratford High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stratford High School offer ?
Stratford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stratford High School part of?
Stratford High School is part of Stratford Independent School District.
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