Beaumont United High School is a public high school in Beaumont, Texas. It is one of two high schools in the Beaumont Independent School District, serving its eastern half, and was established in fall 2018 by the merger of Clifton J. Ozen High School and Central High School.
Serving 2,071 students in grades 9-12, Beaumont United 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 12% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,071 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beaumont United High School's student population of 2,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Year Founded
2018
School Rankings
Beaumont United 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 Beaumont United High School is 0.50, 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
#7970 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
63%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timberwolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaumont United High School's ranking?
Beaumont United High School is ranked #7970 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beaumont United High School?
The graduation rate of Beaumont United High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Beaumont United High School?
2,071 students attend Beaumont United High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Beaumont United High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beaumont United High School?
Beaumont United High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beaumont United High School offer ?
Beaumont United High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beaumont United High School part of?
Beaumont United High School is part of Beaumont Independent School District.
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