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 271 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Tulia High School's student population of 271 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Tulia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tulia High School is 0.46, 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
#7477 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
70%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
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)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tulia High School's ranking?
Tulia High School is ranked #7477 out of 8,188 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
271 students attend Tulia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Tulia High School students are Hispanic, 23% 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 8:1, 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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