Serving 492 students in grades 9-12, Winnsboro 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winnsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Winnsboro High School's student population of 492 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winnsboro 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 Winnsboro High School is 0.42, 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
#4834 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
74%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnsboro High School's ranking?
Winnsboro High School is ranked #4834 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Winnsboro High School often compared to?
Winnsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Vernon High School, Quitman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winnsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Winnsboro High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Winnsboro High School?
492 students attend Winnsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Winnsboro High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winnsboro High School?
Winnsboro High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winnsboro High School offer ?
Winnsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Winnsboro High School part of?
Winnsboro High School is part of Winnsboro Independent School District.
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