Terrell High School is a public high school located in the city of Terrell, Texas, USA and newly classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Terrell Independent School District located in northwest Kaufman County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,458 students in grades 9-12, Terrell 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrell High School's student population of 1,458 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terrell 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 Terrell High School is 0.60, 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
#7347 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
58%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
18%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Terrell Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrell High School's ranking?
Terrell High School is ranked #7347 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Terrell High School often compared to?
Terrell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Celina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terrell High School?
The graduation rate of Terrell High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Terrell High School?
1,458 students attend Terrell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Terrell High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrell High School?
Terrell High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terrell High School offer ?
Terrell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Terrell High School part of?
Terrell High School is part of Terrell Independent School District.
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