Bushland High School is a 3A high school located in Bushland, Texas. It is part of the Bushland Independent School District located in southwestern Potter County. In 2014, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency. The Falcons are in the following UIL Districts
Serving 497 students in grades 9-12, Bushland High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bushland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Bushland High School's student population of 497 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
497 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Bushland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bushland High School is 0.42, 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
#1418 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
74%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bushland Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons/lady Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bushland High School's ranking?
Bushland High School is ranked #1418 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bushland High School often compared to?
Bushland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tascosa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bushland High School?
The graduation rate of Bushland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bushland High School?
497 students attend Bushland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bushland High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bushland High School?
Bushland High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bushland High School offer ?
Bushland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bushland High School part of?
Bushland High School is part of Bushland Independent School District.
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