Serving 3,504 students in grades 8-12, Del Valle 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Valle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Del Valle High School's student population of 3,504 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 199 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
3,504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
199 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Del Valle 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 Del Valle 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
#7473 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Valle High School's ranking?
Del Valle High School is ranked #7473 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Del Valle High School often compared to?
Del Valle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin High School, Bowie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Valle High School?
The graduation rate of Del Valle High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Del Valle High School?
3,504 students attend Del Valle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Del Valle High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Valle High School?
Del Valle High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Del Valle High School offer ?
Del Valle High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Del Valle High School part of?
Del Valle High School is part of Del Valle Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Valle High School located?
Del Valle High School is located in the Berdoll Farms neighborhood of Del Valle, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Berdoll Farms.
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