Serving 1,972 students in grades 9-12, Barbers Hill 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 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 1,972 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbers Hill 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
Barbers Hill High School's student population of 1,972 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,972 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barbers Hill 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 Barbers Hill 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
#1036 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbers Hill High School's ranking?
Barbers Hill High School is ranked #1036 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Barbers Hill High School often compared to?
Barbers Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anahuac High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barbers Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Barbers Hill High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Barbers Hill High School?
1,972 students attend Barbers Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Barbers Hill High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbers Hill High School?
Barbers Hill High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbers Hill High School offer ?
Barbers Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Barbers Hill High School part of?
Barbers Hill High School is part of Barbers Hill Independent School District.
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