Malakoff High School is a public high school located in Malakoff, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Malakoff Independent School District located in western Henderson County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 426 students in grades 9-12, Malakoff High School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malakoff High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Malakoff High School's student population of 426 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malakoff High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malakoff High School is 0.56, 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
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
62%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Malakoff Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malakoff High School's ranking?
Malakoff High School is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Malakoff High School often compared to?
Malakoff High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eustace High School, Athens 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malakoff High School?
The graduation rate of Malakoff High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Malakoff High School?
426 students attend Malakoff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Malakoff High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malakoff High School?
Malakoff High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Malakoff High School offer ?
Malakoff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Malakoff High School part of?
Malakoff High School is part of Malakoff Independent School District.
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