Axtell High School is a public high school located in Axtell, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Axtell Independent School District which covers northeastern McLennan County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 236 students in grades 9-12, Axtell 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 11-19% (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 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Axtell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Axtell High School's student population of 236 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Axtell I.S.D., looking to the future, desires to prepare its students for active participation in the twenty-first century.
School Rankings
Axtell 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 Axtell High School is 0.38, 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
#4892 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
21%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
76%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorn/lady Longhorn
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axtell High School's ranking?
Axtell High School is ranked #4892 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?
11-19% 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 Axtell High School?
The graduation rate of Axtell High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Axtell High School?
236 students attend Axtell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Axtell High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Axtell High School?
Axtell High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Axtell High School offer ?
Axtell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Axtell High School part of?
Axtell High School is part of Axtell Independent School District.
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