Serving 725 students in grades 9-12, Salado High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 31% 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: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salado High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Salado High School's student population of 725 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salado High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salado High School is 0.46, 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
#1725 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
69%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salado High School's ranking?
Salado High School is ranked #1725 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Salado High School often compared to?
Salado High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belton High School, Harker Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salado High School?
The graduation rate of Salado High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Salado High School?
725 students attend Salado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Salado High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salado High School?
Salado High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salado High School offer ?
Salado High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salado High School part of?
Salado High School is part of Salado Independent School District.
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