Fredericksburg Independent School District is a public school district based in Fredericksburg, Texas. In addition to Fredericksburg, the district serves the unincorporated communities of Stonewall, Luckenbach, Willow City, and Albert.
Serving 19 students in grades 10-12, Gillespie County 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gillespie County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gillespie County High School's student population of 19 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
To guide students to be the best version of themselves and achieve unlimited potential.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gillespie County 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
47%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
53%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Billies
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gillespie County High School?
The graduation rate of Gillespie County High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gillespie County High School?
19 students attend Gillespie County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Gillespie County High School students are White, and 47% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gillespie County High School?
Gillespie County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gillespie County High School offer ?
Gillespie County High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Gillespie County High School part of?
Gillespie County High School is part of Fredericksburg Independent School District.
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