Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, Ballinger 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballinger High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Ballinger High School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ballinger High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballinger High School is 0.52, 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
#4913 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
45%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballinger High School's ranking?
Ballinger High School is ranked #4913 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ballinger High School often compared to?
Ballinger High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winters High School, Miles High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 Ballinger High School?
The graduation rate of Ballinger High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ballinger High School?
266 students attend Ballinger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ballinger High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballinger High School?
Ballinger High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ballinger High School offer ?
Ballinger High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ballinger High School part of?
Ballinger High School is part of Ballinger Independent School District.
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