Serving 150 students in grades 6-12, Yantis 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yantis School's attendance zone covers the entire Yantis school district, encompassing approximately 74.2 square miles in Yantis, TX. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yantis School's student population of 150 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring to success. Accepting nothing less.
School Rankings
Yantis 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 Yantis 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
61%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yantis School's ranking?
Yantis School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% 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 Yantis School?
The graduation rate of Yantis School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yantis School?
150 students attend Yantis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Yantis School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yantis School?
Yantis School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yantis School offer ?
Yantis School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Yantis School part of?
Yantis School is part of Yantis Independent School District.
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