Waskom High School is a public high school located in Waskom, Texas USA. It is located in eastern Harrison County on the Texas-Louisiana border and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 257 students in grades 9-12, Waskom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waskom High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waskom High School's student population of 257 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waskom 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 Waskom High School is 0.69, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
44%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waskom High School's ranking?
Waskom High School is ranked #4645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Waskom High School often compared to?
Waskom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall High School, Elysian Fields High School, Harleton High School by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waskom High School?
The graduation rate of Waskom High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waskom High School?
257 students attend Waskom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Waskom High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waskom High School?
Waskom High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waskom High School offer ?
Waskom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waskom High School part of?
Waskom High School is part of Waskom Independent School District.
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