Serving 2,035 students in grades 9-12, Turner 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turner High School serves the eastern part of Carrollton, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.4 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turner High School's student population of 2,035 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,035 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Rankings
Turner 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 Turner High School is 0.38, 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
#7113 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner High School's ranking?
Turner High School is ranked #7113 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Turner High School often compared to?
Turner High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turner High School?
The graduation rate of Turner High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Turner High School?
2,035 students attend Turner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Turner High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turner High School?
Turner High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turner High School offer ?
Turner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Turner High School part of?
Turner High School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Turner High School located?
Turner High School is located in the Southwest Carrollton neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Southwest Carrollton.
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