Serving 1,707 students in grades 9-12, Texas 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 39% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Texas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Texas High School's student population of 1,707 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Texas High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Texas High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2345 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
40%
13%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texas High School's ranking?
Texas High School is ranked #2345 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Texas High School often compared to?
Texas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Texas High School?
The graduation rate of Texas High School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Texas High School?
1,707 students attend Texas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Texas High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Texas High School?
Texas High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Texas High School offer ?
Texas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Texas High School part of?
Texas High School is part of Texarkana ISD School District.
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