Serving 1,508 students in grades 9-12, Carl Wunsche Sr 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Wunsche Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carl Wunsche Sr High School's student population of 1,508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carl Wunsche Sr 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 Carl Wunsche Sr High School is 0.51, 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
#1922 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Wunsche Sr High School's ranking?
Carl Wunsche Sr High School is ranked #1922 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carl Wunsche Sr High School often compared to?
Carl Wunsche Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carl Wunsche Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Carl Wunsche Sr High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carl Wunsche Sr High School?
1,508 students attend Carl Wunsche Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Carl Wunsche Sr High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Wunsche Sr High School?
Carl Wunsche Sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carl Wunsche Sr High School offer ?
Carl Wunsche Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carl Wunsche Sr High School part of?
Carl Wunsche Sr High School is part of Spring Independent School District.
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