Serving 712 students in grades 9-12, Venus 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 35% (which is lower 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 74% 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: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Venus High School's student population of 712 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Venus 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 Venus High School is 0.49, 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
#7068 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
26%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venus High School's ranking?
Venus High School is ranked #7068 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Venus High School often compared to?
Venus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alvarado 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 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venus High School?
The graduation rate of Venus High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Venus High School?
712 students attend Venus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Venus High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venus High School?
Venus High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Venus High School offer ?
Venus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Venus High School part of?
Venus High School is part of Venus Independent School District.
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