Serving 142 students in grades 7-12, Neches High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neches High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Neches High School's student population of 142 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
BUILDING CHAMPIONS in Tiger Country.
School Rankings
Neches High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neches High School is 0.44, 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
#563 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
15%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
73%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Neches Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neches High School's ranking?
Neches High School is ranked #563 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Neches High School often compared to?
Neches High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cayuga High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neches High School?
The graduation rate of Neches High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Neches High School?
142 students attend Neches High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Neches High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neches High School?
Neches High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neches High School offer ?
Neches High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Neches High School part of?
Neches High School is part of Neches Independent School District.
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