Tyler High School, formerly known as John Tyler High School, is a public co-educational secondary school in Tyler, Texas. It is part of the Tyler Independent School District and serves grades 9 through 12.
Serving 2,148 students in grades 9-12, Tyler 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 97% 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: 2,148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Tyler High School serves the northern part of Tyler, TX, covering an area of approximately 115.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tyler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tyler High School's student population of 2,148 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tyler 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 Tyler High School is 0.47, 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
#7200 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
27%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryFootball
GolfSoccer
SoftballSwimming
Swimming and DivingTennis
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Weightlifting
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyler High School's ranking?
Tyler High School is ranked #7200 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tyler High School often compared to?
Tyler High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tyler Legacy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tyler High School?
The graduation rate of Tyler High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tyler High School?
2,148 students attend Tyler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tyler High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tyler High School?
Tyler High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tyler High School offer ?
Tyler High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tyler High School part of?
Tyler High School is part of Tyler Independent School District.
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