Silsbee Independent School District is a public school district based in Silsbee, Texas. In 2009, the school district was rated "academically acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 789 students in grades 9-12, Silsbee 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silsbee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Silsbee High School's student population of 789 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
789 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silsbee 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 Silsbee High School is 0.53, 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
#7451 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
65%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silsbee High School's ranking?
Silsbee High School is ranked #7451 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Silsbee High School often compared to?
Silsbee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lumberton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silsbee High School?
The graduation rate of Silsbee High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Silsbee High School?
789 students attend Silsbee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Silsbee High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silsbee High School?
Silsbee High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silsbee High School offer ?
Silsbee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Silsbee High School part of?
Silsbee High School is part of Silsbee Independent School District.
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