Serving 2,511 students in grades 9-12, George Ranch High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Ranch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
George Ranch High School's student population of 2,511 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Ranch High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Ranch High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#495 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Ranch High School's ranking?
George Ranch High School is ranked #495 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are George Ranch High School often compared to?
George Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of George Ranch High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend George Ranch High School?
2,511 students attend George Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of George Ranch High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Ranch High School?
George Ranch High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Ranch High School offer ?
George Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is George Ranch High School part of?
George Ranch High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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