Serving 12 students in grades 9-12, Damon High School ranks in the top 50% 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment was 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
42%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% TX state average).
How many students attend Damon High School?
12 students attend Damon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Damon High School students are Hispanic, and 42% of students are White.
What grades does Damon High School offer ?
Damon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Damon High School part of?
Damon High School is part of Damon Independent School District.
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