Samuel Clemens High School is a public high school in Schertz, Texas, United States. It is operated by the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District, and classified as a 6A school by the UIL. For the 2021???022 school year, the school was given a "B" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 2,589 students in grades 9-12, Samuel Clemens High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 2,589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Clemens High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Samuel Clemens High School's student population of 2,589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Samuel Clemens 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 Samuel Clemens High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#3822 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
49%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
32%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Clemens High School's ranking?
Samuel Clemens High School is ranked #3822 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Samuel Clemens High School often compared to?
Samuel Clemens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron P Steele Ii High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Samuel Clemens High School?
The graduation rate of Samuel Clemens High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Samuel Clemens High School?
2,589 students attend Samuel Clemens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Samuel Clemens High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel Clemens High School?
Samuel Clemens High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuel Clemens High School offer ?
Samuel Clemens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Samuel Clemens High School part of?
Samuel Clemens High School is part of Schertz-Cibolo-U City Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuel Clemens High School located?
Samuel Clemens High School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Schertz, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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