Serving 255 students in grades 9-12, Leonard 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Leonard High School's student population of 255 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonard 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 Leonard High School is 0.49, 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
#5995 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
67%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonard High School's ranking?
Leonard High School is ranked #5995 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Leonard High School often compared to?
Leonard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trenton High School, Bells High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leonard High School?
The graduation rate of Leonard High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Leonard High School?
255 students attend Leonard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Leonard High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonard High School?
Leonard High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leonard High School offer ?
Leonard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leonard High School part of?
Leonard High School is part of Leonard Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 6/23/2009
Quality of academic programs is very poor. Art and Music are of no importance to this administration. Teachers are overworked and perform below their minimal duties. Sports are very important and athletes receive good scholarships. Facilities are new. Parents make up the school board.
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