Zavalla High School is a public high school located in Zavalla, Texas and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. It is part of the Zavalla Independent School District located in southern Angelina County. During 2023–2024, Zavalla High School had an enrollment of 155 students and a student to teacher ratio of 9.54.
Serving 141 students in grades 6-12, Zavalla 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zavalla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Zavalla High School's student population of 141 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Zavalla 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 Zavalla High School is 0.13, 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
#4560 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
93%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zavalla High School's ranking?
Zavalla High School is ranked #4560 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zavalla High School?
The graduation rate of Zavalla High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Zavalla High School?
141 students attend Zavalla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Zavalla High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zavalla High School?
Zavalla High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zavalla High School offer ?
Zavalla High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Zavalla High School part of?
Zavalla High School is part of Zavalla Independent School District.
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