Newcastle High School serves 95 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Newcastle High School?
95 students attend Newcastle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Newcastle High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Newcastle High School offer ?
Newcastle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Newcastle High School part of?
Newcastle High School is part of Newcastle Independent School District.
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