Serving 4,026 students in grades 9-12, Deer Park High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 67% 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: 4,026 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Park High School's student population of 4,026 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 262 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
4,026 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
262 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Park High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Park High School is 0.52, 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
#2729 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Park High School's ranking?
Deer Park High School is ranked #2729 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Deer Park High School often compared to?
Deer Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Porte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deer Park High School?
The graduation rate of Deer Park High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Deer Park High School?
4,026 students attend Deer Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Deer Park High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Park High School?
Deer Park High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Park High School offer ?
Deer Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Deer Park High School part of?
Deer Park High School is part of Deer Park Independent School District.
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