Tulia High School is a public high school located in Tulia, Texas, United States that is classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Tulia Independent School District located in central Swisher County. The building was designed by Guy Anton Carlander.
Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Tulia 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tulia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tulia High School's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Tulia 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 Tulia High School is 0.44, 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
#7806 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
72%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
21%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet/lady Hornet (henry The Hornet)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tulia High School's ranking?
Tulia High School is ranked #7806 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tulia High School?
The graduation rate of Tulia High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tulia High School?
267 students attend Tulia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Tulia High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tulia High School?
Tulia High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tulia High School offer ?
Tulia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tulia High School part of?
Tulia High School is part of Tulia Independent School District.
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