Serving 134 students in grades 9-12, Plains High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plains High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Plains High School's student population of 134 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Mascot
Cowboy/cowgirl
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Plains High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plains High School is 0.44, 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
#2917 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plains High School's ranking?
Plains High School is ranked #2917 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plains High School?
The graduation rate of Plains High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Plains High School?
134 students attend Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Plains High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plains High School?
Plains High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plains High School offer ?
Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Plains High School part of?
Plains High School is part of Plains Independent School District.
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