Serving 153 students in grades 9-12, Gruver High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gruver 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gruver High School's student population of 153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gruver 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 Gruver High School is 0.51, 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
#903 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
48%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gruver High School's ranking?
Gruver High School is ranked #903 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gruver High School often compared to?
Gruver High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albany Jr-sr High School, Granbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gruver High School?
The graduation rate of Gruver High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gruver High School?
153 students attend Gruver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Gruver High School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gruver High School?
Gruver High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gruver High School offer ?
Gruver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gruver High School part of?
Gruver High School is part of Gruver Independent School District.
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