Cleveland High School is a public high school located in the city of Cleveland, Texas, United States and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Cleveland Independent School District located in northwestern Liberty County.
Serving 3,592 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cleveland High School's student population of 3,592 students has grown by 114% over five school years.
The teacher population of 219 teachers has grown by 123% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
219 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Grey, Red
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Cleveland 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 Cleveland High School is 0.20, 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
#7709 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland High School's ranking?
Cleveland High School is ranked #7709 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cleveland High School often compared to?
Cleveland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tarkington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland High School?
The graduation rate of Cleveland High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cleveland High School?
3,592 students attend Cleveland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cleveland High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland High School?
Cleveland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cleveland High School offer ?
Cleveland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cleveland High School part of?
Cleveland High School is part of Cleveland Independent School District.
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