Serving 249 students in grades 9-12, Taft 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TAFT H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Taft, TX, covering approximately 93.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taft High School's student population of 249 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Taft 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 Taft High School is 0.23, 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
#7624 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2024. View full 26-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 Taft High School's ranking?
Taft High School is ranked #7624 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Taft High School often compared to?
Taft High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odem High School, Ingleside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taft High School?
The graduation rate of Taft High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Taft High School?
249 students attend Taft High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Taft High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft High School?
Taft High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taft High School offer ?
Taft High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Taft High School part of?
Taft High School is part of Taft Independent School District.
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