Serving 135 students in grades 6-12, Chester 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chester High School's student population of 135 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester 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 Chester High School is 0.27, 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)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
85%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester High School's ranking?
Chester High School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chester High School often compared to?
Chester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colmesneil Jh/hs by visitors of our site.
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 Chester High School?
The graduation rate of Chester High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Chester High School?
135 students attend Chester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Chester High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester High School?
Chester High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chester High School offer ?
Chester High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Chester High School part of?
Chester High School is part of Chester Independent School District.
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