Gatesville High School is a public high school located in the city of Gatesville, Texas, United States and is classified as a Class 4A Division 2 school by the UIL. It is a part of the Gatesville Independent School District located in central Coryell County.
Serving 782 students in grades 9-12, Gatesville 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 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: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gatesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gatesville High School's student population of 782 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Motto
Doing What's Best For Kids!
School Rankings
Gatesville 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 Gatesville High School is 0.50, 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
#5420 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
66%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gatesville High School's ranking?
Gatesville High School is ranked #5420 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gatesville High School often compared to?
Gatesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copperas Cove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gatesville High School?
The graduation rate of Gatesville High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gatesville High School?
782 students attend Gatesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gatesville High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gatesville High School?
Gatesville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gatesville High School offer ?
Gatesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gatesville High School part of?
Gatesville High School is part of Gatesville Independent School District.
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