Winnsboro High School is a public high school located in the city of Winnsboro, Texas, United States and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Winnsboro Independent School District located in northeastern Wood County.
Serving 487 students in grades 9-12, Winnsboro 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Winnsboro High School's attendance zone covers the entire Winnsboro school district, encompassing approximately 168 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winnsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Winnsboro High School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2020
School Rankings
Winnsboro 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 Winnsboro High School is 0.41, 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
#3556 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Red Raider/lady Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnsboro High School's ranking?
Winnsboro High School is ranked #3556 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Winnsboro High School often compared to?
Winnsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Vernon High School, Quitman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winnsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Winnsboro High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Winnsboro High School?
487 students attend Winnsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Winnsboro High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winnsboro High School?
Winnsboro High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winnsboro High School offer ?
Winnsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Winnsboro High School part of?
Winnsboro High School is part of Winnsboro Independent School District.
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