Serving 27 students in grades 9-12, Gary W Campbell 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 is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). 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 3:1 is lower 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)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gary W Campbell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gary W Campbell High School's student population of 27 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gary W Campbell High School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 51% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gary W Campbell High School?
The graduation rate of Gary W Campbell High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gary W Campbell High School?
27 students attend Gary W Campbell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gary W Campbell High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gary W Campbell High School?
Gary W Campbell High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gary W Campbell High School offer ?
Gary W Campbell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gary W Campbell High School part of?
Gary W Campbell High School is part of Kaufman Independent School District.
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