Serving 931 students in grades 9-12, Mineral Wells 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 931 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mineral Wells High School's student population of 931 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
931 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mineral Wells 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 Mineral Wells High School is 0.57, 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
#7952 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mineral Wells High School's ranking?
Mineral Wells High School is ranked #7952 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mineral Wells High School?
The graduation rate of Mineral Wells High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mineral Wells High School?
931 students attend Mineral Wells High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mineral Wells High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mineral Wells High School?
Mineral Wells High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mineral Wells High School offer ?
Mineral Wells High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mineral Wells High School part of?
Mineral Wells High School is part of Mineral Wells Independent School District.
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