Industrial High School is a public high school located in Vanderbilt, Texas, United States and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Industrial Independent School District located in south central Jackson County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Industrial 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Industrial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Industrial High School's student population of 348 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Industrial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Industrial 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
#931 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
66%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobra
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Industrial High School's ranking?
Industrial High School is ranked #931 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Industrial High School often compared to?
Industrial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edna High School, Ganado High School, Victoria West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Industrial High School?
The graduation rate of Industrial High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Industrial High School?
348 students attend Industrial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Industrial High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Industrial High School?
Industrial High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Industrial High School offer ?
Industrial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Industrial High School part of?
Industrial High School is part of Industrial Independent School District.
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