Serving 111 students in grades 9-12, Shamrock 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shamrock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shamrock High School's student population of 111 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shamrock 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 Shamrock High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7041 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
47%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shamrock High School's ranking?
Shamrock High School is ranked #7041 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shamrock High School?
The graduation rate of Shamrock High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shamrock High School?
111 students attend Shamrock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shamrock High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shamrock High School?
Shamrock High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shamrock High School offer ?
Shamrock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shamrock High School part of?
Shamrock High School is part of Shamrock Independent School District.
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