Salado High School is a public high school located in Salado, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Salado Independent School District located in southern Bell County.
Serving 769 students in grades 9-12, Salado High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salado High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Salado High School's student population of 769 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
769 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salado 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 Salado High School is 0.47, 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
#2523 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
26%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
68%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Salado Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salado High School's ranking?
Salado High School is ranked #2523 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Salado High School often compared to?
Salado High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belton High School, Troy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salado High School?
The graduation rate of Salado High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Salado High School?
769 students attend Salado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Salado High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salado High School?
Salado High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salado High School offer ?
Salado High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salado High School part of?
Salado High School is part of Salado Independent School District.
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