Serving 2,258 students in grades 11-12, Plano Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 2,258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plano Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Plano Sr High School's student population of 2,258 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
2,258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1891
School Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Plano Sr 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 Plano Sr High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#4137 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
40%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Plano Sr High School's ranking?
Plano Sr High School is ranked #4137 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Plano Sr High School often compared to?
Plano Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plano West Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plano Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Plano Sr High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Plano Sr High School?
2,258 students attend Plano Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Plano Sr High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plano Sr High School?
Plano Sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plano Sr High School offer ?
Plano Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Plano Sr High School part of?
Plano Sr High School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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