Serving 2,131 students in grades 9-12, Beaumont United 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 8% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beaumont United High School's student population of 2,131 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beaumont United 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 Beaumont United High School is 0.47, 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
#8122 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
66%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Beaumont United High School's ranking?
Beaumont United High School is ranked #8122 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beaumont United High School?
The graduation rate of Beaumont United High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Beaumont United High School?
2,131 students attend Beaumont United High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Beaumont United High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaumont United High School?
Beaumont United High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beaumont United High School offer ?
Beaumont United High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beaumont United High School part of?
Beaumont United High School is part of Beaumont Independent School District.
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