West Sabine High School is a public high school located in Pineland, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the West Sabine Independent School District located in western Sabine County. West Sabine High School was formed in 1961 by the consolidation of Bronson and Pineland High Schools.
Serving 309 students in grades 6-12, West Sabine 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for West Sabine High School encompasses the entire district in Pineland, TX, covering an area of approximately 107.8 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Sabine High School's student population of 309 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
West Sabine 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 West Sabine High School is 0.42, 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
#6525 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
75%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Sabine High School's ranking?
West Sabine High School is ranked #6525 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Sabine High School?
The graduation rate of West Sabine High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Sabine High School?
309 students attend West Sabine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of West Sabine High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Sabine High School?
West Sabine High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Sabine High School offer ?
West Sabine High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is West Sabine High School part of?
West Sabine High School is part of West Sabine Independent School District.
School Reviews
Review West Sabine High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
