Sundown High School is a public high school located in Sundown, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Sundown Independent School District located in southern Hockley County.
Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Sundown High 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sundown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sundown High School's student population of 174 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Love Others, Work Hard, Embrace Excellence
School Rankings
Sundown High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sundown 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
#2056 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roughneck Joe
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sundown High School's ranking?
Sundown High School is ranked #2056 out of 8,096 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sundown High School?
The graduation rate of Sundown High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sundown High School?
174 students attend Sundown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sundown High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sundown High School?
Sundown High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sundown High School offer ?
Sundown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sundown High School part of?
Sundown High School is part of Sundown Independent School District.
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