Agua Dulce High School is a public high school located in the city of Agua Dulce, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Agua Dulce Independent School District located in western Nueces County and eastern Jim Wells County.
Serving 243 students in grades 6-12, Agua Dulce High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agua Dulce High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Agua Dulce High School's student population of 243 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Agua Dulce High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agua Dulce High School is 0.42, 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
#3177 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
28%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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: Longhorn/lady Horn
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agua Dulce High School's ranking?
Agua Dulce High School is ranked #3177 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Agua Dulce High School often compared to?
Agua Dulce High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Agua Dulce High School?
The graduation rate of Agua Dulce High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Agua Dulce High School?
243 students attend Agua Dulce High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Agua Dulce High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agua Dulce High School?
Agua Dulce High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Agua Dulce High School offer ?
Agua Dulce High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Agua Dulce High School part of?
Agua Dulce High School is part of Agua Dulce Independent School District.
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