Pettus Secondary School is a public middle school and public high school situated in Pettus, Texas and is classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Pettus Independent School District located in northern Bee County and southern Karnes County.
Serving 206 students in grades 6-12, Pettus Secondary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 67% 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: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pettus Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pettus Secondary's student population of 206 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Pettus Secondary 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 Pettus Secondary is 0.49, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
33%
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
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: War Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pettus Secondary's ranking?
Pettus Secondary is ranked #5247 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pettus Secondary?
The graduation rate of Pettus Secondary is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pettus Secondary?
206 students attend Pettus Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pettus Secondary students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pettus Secondary?
Pettus Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pettus Secondary offer ?
Pettus Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pettus Secondary part of?
Pettus Secondary is part of Pettus Independent School District.
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