Wink High School is a public high school located in Wink, Texas USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL and serves both Wink and Mentone in Loving County. It is part of the Wink-Loving Independent School District located in southwestern Winkler County and includes all of Loving County.
Serving 211 students in grades 7-12, Wink High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wink High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wink school district, covering approximately 1,118.1 square miles in Wink, TX. Families in the area typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 31.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 51.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wink High School's student population of 211 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Committed to Excellence!
School Rankings
Wink High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wink High School is 0.53, 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
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
51%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
46%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat/lady Cat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wink High School's ranking?
Wink High School is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wink High School often compared to?
Wink High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kermit High School, Ozona High School, Mason High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wink High School?
The graduation rate of Wink High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wink High School?
211 students attend Wink High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wink High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wink High School?
Wink High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wink High School offer ?
Wink High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Wink High School part of?
Wink High School is part of Wink-Loving Independent School District.
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