Serving 247 students in grades 9-12, Bangs High School ranks in the top 30% 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bangs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bangs High School's student population of 247 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bangs High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bangs 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
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bangs High School's ranking?
Bangs High School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bangs High School?
The graduation rate of Bangs High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bangs High School?
247 students attend Bangs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bangs High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bangs High School?
Bangs High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bangs High School offer ?
Bangs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bangs High School part of?
Bangs High School is part of Bangs Independent School District.
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