Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Palacios 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palacios High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Palacios High School's student population of 383 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palacios 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 Palacios High School is 0.45, 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
#5520 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palacios High School's ranking?
Palacios High School is ranked #5520 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Palacios High School often compared to?
Palacios High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tidehaven High School, Bay City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palacios High School?
The graduation rate of Palacios High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Palacios High School?
383 students attend Palacios High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Palacios High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palacios High School?
Palacios High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palacios High School offer ?
Palacios High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palacios High School part of?
Palacios High School is part of Palacios Independent School District.
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