Serving 160 students in grades 9-12, Lone Star H S South 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lone Star H S South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lone Star H S South's student population of 160 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lone Star H S South 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 Lone Star H S South is 0.62, 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
#8181 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
42%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Star H S South's ranking?
Lone Star H S South is ranked #8181 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lone Star H S South?
160 students attend Lone Star H S South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lone Star H S South students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Lone Star H S South offer ?
Lone Star H S South offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lone Star H S South part of?
Lone Star H S South is part of Lone Star School District.
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