Serving 452 students in grades 9-12, Progreso 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Progreso High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Progreso High School's student population of 452 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Progreso 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 Progreso High School is 0.00, 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
#7509 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Progreso High School's ranking?
Progreso High School is ranked #7509 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Progreso High School?
The graduation rate of Progreso High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Progreso High School?
452 students attend Progreso High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Progreso High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Progreso High School?
Progreso High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Progreso High School offer ?
Progreso High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Progreso High School part of?
Progreso High School is part of Progreso Independent School District.
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