Serving 1,150 students in grades 9-12, Somerset 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset High School's student population of 1,150 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
Somerset 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 Somerset High School is 0.17, 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
#7295 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset High School's ranking?
Somerset High School is ranked #7295 out of 8,188 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Somerset High School?
The graduation rate of Somerset High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Somerset High School?
1,150 students attend Somerset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Somerset High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset High School?
Somerset High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Somerset High School offer ?
Somerset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Somerset High School part of?
Somerset High School is part of Somerset Independent School District.
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