Serving 1,064 students in grades 9-12, Stafford 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,064 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stafford High School's student population of 1,064 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,064 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stafford 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 Stafford High School is 0.59, 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
#6383 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stafford High School's ranking?
Stafford High School is ranked #6383 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stafford High School often compared to?
Stafford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Almeta Crawford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stafford High School?
The graduation rate of Stafford High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stafford High School?
1,064 students attend Stafford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Stafford High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stafford High School?
Stafford High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stafford High School offer ?
Stafford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stafford High School part of?
Stafford High School is part of Stafford MSD School District.
In what neighborhood is Stafford High School located?
Stafford High School is located in the Stafford Municipal Complex neighborhood of Stafford, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Stafford Municipal Complex.
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