Serving 785 students in grades 9-12, Gilmer 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 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilmer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gilmer High School's student population of 785 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilmer High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilmer High School is 0.57, 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
#1085 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
62%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilmer High School's ranking?
Gilmer High School is ranked #1085 out of 8,079 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilmer High School?
The graduation rate of Gilmer High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gilmer High School?
785 students attend Gilmer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Gilmer High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilmer High School?
Gilmer High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilmer High School offer ?
Gilmer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gilmer High School part of?
Gilmer High School is part of Gilmer ISD School District.
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