Serving 587 students in grades 9-12, Glen Rose High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Rose High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Glen Rose High School's student population of 587 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glen Rose High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Rose High School is 0.48, 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
#1490 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
67%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Glen Rose High School's ranking?
Glen Rose High School is ranked #1490 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glen Rose High School?
The graduation rate of Glen Rose High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Glen Rose High School?
587 students attend Glen Rose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Glen Rose High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Rose High School?
Glen Rose High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Rose High School offer ?
Glen Rose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glen Rose High School part of?
Glen Rose High School is part of Glen Rose Independent School District.
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