Tivy High School is a public high school located in Kerrville, Texas, United States. It is classified as a 5A school by the UIL, and is a part of the Kerrville Independent School District located in east central Kerr County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,395 students in grades 9-12, Tivy High School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tivy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tivy High School's student population of 1,395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1891
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Tivy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tivy High School is 0.54, 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
#2996 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
50%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scrappy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tivy High School's ranking?
Tivy High School is ranked #2996 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tivy High School often compared to?
Tivy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbers Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tivy High School?
The graduation rate of Tivy High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tivy High School?
1,395 students attend Tivy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tivy High School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tivy High School?
Tivy High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tivy High School offer ?
Tivy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tivy High School part of?
Tivy High School is part of Kerrville Independent School District.
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