Bandera High School is a public high school located in Bandera, Texas, United States, and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Bandera Independent School District that serves students in eastern Bandera County.
Serving 710 students in grades 9-12, Bandera 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bandera High School's student population of 710 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1935
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Smaller. Better. Bandera.
School Rankings
Bandera High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bandera High School is 0.51, 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
#7082 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
60%
25%
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
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bandera High School's ranking?
Bandera High School is ranked #7082 out of 8,096 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bandera High School?
The graduation rate of Bandera High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bandera High School?
710 students attend Bandera High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bandera High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bandera High School?
Bandera High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bandera High School offer ?
Bandera High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bandera High School part of?
Bandera High School is part of Bandera Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 10/20/2020
This is the worst school ever! There is a teacher at this high school that will do everything in her power to ruin student's success. One time my student was bullied at the school and the High School did nothing about it.. If you want your student to be ruined, this is the school for your child... I recommend that the school hire some good teachers that actually care about their students' success.
2 10/8/2015
Awful school based on who you are not what you do. Teachers have grown up with most of the students parents, therefore giving special treatment to the kids. With the exception of a few teachers most are uncaring and unwilling to help the children if it is an inconvenience to them. Children are bullied an harassed daily while the principle pretends to deal with the problem while it gets swept under the rug. The women in the front office are rude and angry. When getting your child out of school for a family emergency I was prompted to give them a note. I had no idea a death in the family requited a doctors note. Overall awful school no preparation for college, staff is rude and education is sub par.
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