Hondo High School is a public high school located in Hondo, Texas. It is part of the Hondo Independent School District located in central Medina County and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. Hondo ISD was established in 1904 and the first high school building built in 1904.
Serving 518 students in grades 9-12, Hondo 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 35-39% (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 73% 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: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hondo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Hondo High School's student population of 518 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
For Hondo’s Honor and Glory, We will fight on.
School Rankings
Hondo 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 Hondo High School is 0.43, 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
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
27%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hondo Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hondo High School's ranking?
Hondo High School is ranked #6260 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hondo High School often compared to?
Hondo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Medina Valley High School, D'hanis School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hondo High School?
The graduation rate of Hondo High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hondo High School?
518 students attend Hondo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hondo High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hondo High School?
Hondo High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hondo High School offer ?
Hondo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hondo High School part of?
Hondo High School is part of Hondo Independent School District.
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