Serving 2,057 students in grades 9-12, Smithson Valley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,057 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithson Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Smithson Valley High School's student population of 2,057 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,057 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithson Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithson Valley High School is 0.55, 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
#966 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
58%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithson Valley High School's ranking?
Smithson Valley High School is ranked #966 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithson Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Smithson Valley High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Smithson Valley High School?
2,057 students attend Smithson Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Smithson Valley High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithson Valley High School?
Smithson Valley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithson Valley High School offer ?
Smithson Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Smithson Valley High School part of?
Smithson Valley High School is part of Comal Independent School District.
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