Serving 1,621 students in grades 9-12, Bastrop 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 70% 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: 1,621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bastrop High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bastrop High School's student population of 1,621 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bastrop 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 Bastrop High School is 0.54, 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
#7027 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
30%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bastrop High School's ranking?
Bastrop High School is ranked #7027 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bastrop High School often compared to?
Bastrop High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Creek High School, Smithville High School, Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bastrop High School?
The graduation rate of Bastrop High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bastrop High School?
1,621 students attend Bastrop High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bastrop High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bastrop High School?
Bastrop High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bastrop High School offer ?
Bastrop High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bastrop High School part of?
Bastrop High School is part of Bastrop Independent School District.
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