Serving 230 students in grades 9-12, Skidmore-tynan High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skidmore-tynan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Skidmore-tynan High School's student population of 230 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Bobcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Skidmore-tynan High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skidmore-tynan High School is 0.47, 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
#1433 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Skidmore-tynan High School's ranking?
Skidmore-tynan High School is ranked #1433 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skidmore-tynan High School?
The graduation rate of Skidmore-tynan High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Skidmore-tynan High School?
230 students attend Skidmore-tynan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Skidmore-tynan High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skidmore-tynan High School?
Skidmore-tynan High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Skidmore-tynan High School offer ?
Skidmore-tynan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Skidmore-tynan High School part of?
Skidmore-tynan High School is part of Skidmore-Tynan Independent School District.
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