Serving 215 students in grades 8-12, East Central Cast Lead 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Central Cast Lead High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Central Cast Lead High School's student population of 215 students has grown by 313% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 233% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
East Central Cast Lead High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Central Cast Lead High School is 0.54, 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
#6524 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
20%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Central Cast Lead High School's ranking?
East Central Cast Lead High School is ranked #6524 out of 8,096 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend East Central Cast Lead High School?
215 students attend East Central Cast Lead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of East Central Cast Lead High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Central Cast Lead High School?
East Central Cast Lead High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Central Cast Lead High School offer ?
East Central Cast Lead High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is East Central Cast Lead High School part of?
East Central Cast Lead High School is part of East Central Independent School District.
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