Leon High School

12168 Hwy 79 W
Jewett, TX 75846
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 372 students in grades 6-12, Leon High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 372 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Leon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Leon High School's student population of 372 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Motto
Leon ISD, in conjunction with families and our community, will ensure students become successful citizens through discovery of their potential.

School Rankings

Leon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leon High School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1851 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
44%
60-64%
51%
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
55%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Leon Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leon High School's ranking?
Leon High School is ranked #1851 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leon High School?
The graduation rate of Leon High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Leon High School?
372 students attend Leon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Leon High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leon High School?
Leon High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leon High School offer ?
Leon High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Leon High School part of?
Leon High School is part of Leon Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 372 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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