Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Tahoka 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tahoka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tahoka High School's student population of 183 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tahoka 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 Tahoka High School is 0.51, 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
#5156 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
60%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
37%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahoka High School's ranking?
Tahoka High School is ranked #5156 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tahoka High School?
The graduation rate of Tahoka High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tahoka High School?
183 students attend Tahoka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Tahoka High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tahoka High School?
Tahoka High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tahoka High School offer ?
Tahoka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tahoka High School part of?
Tahoka High School is part of Tahoka Independent School District.
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