Longview High School is a public high school located in the city of Longview, Texas, in Gregg County, United States and classified as a 6A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Longview Independent School District located in eastern Gregg County.
Serving 2,185 students in grades 9-12, Longview 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Longview High School's student population of 2,185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Year Founded
1874
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Longview 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 Longview High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#3229 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lobos/lady Lobos
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longview High School's ranking?
Longview High School is ranked #3229 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Longview High School often compared to?
Longview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Tree High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Longview High School?
The graduation rate of Longview High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Longview High School?
2,185 students attend Longview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Longview High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 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 Longview High School?
Longview High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longview High School offer ?
Longview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Longview High School part of?
Longview High School is part of Longview Independent School District.
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