Serving 3,295 students in grades 9-12, East Central 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 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Central High School's student population of 3,295 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 183 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
183 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Central 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 East Central High School is 0.43, 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
#7847 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Central High School's ranking?
East Central High School is ranked #7847 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Central High School?
The graduation rate of East Central High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Central High School?
3,295 students attend East Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Central High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% 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 East Central High School?
East Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Central High School offer ?
East Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Central High School part of?
East Central High School is part of East Central Independent School District.
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