Serving 717 students in grades 9-12, Venus 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: VENUS H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 35.6 square miles in Venus, TX. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the nearest boundary and a furthest edge of 6.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Venus High School's student population of 717 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Venus 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 Venus High School is 0.51, 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
#7140 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
65%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
26%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venus High School's ranking?
Venus High School is ranked #7140 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Venus High School often compared to?
Venus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alvarado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venus High School?
The graduation rate of Venus High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Venus High School?
717 students attend Venus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Venus High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Venus High School?
Venus High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Venus High School offer ?
Venus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Venus High School part of?
Venus High School is part of Venus Independent School District.
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