Windthorst High School is a public high school located in Windthorst, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Windthorst Independent School District located in eastern Archer County.
Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Windthorst High School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windthorst High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Windthorst High School's student population of 140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Windthorst High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windthorst High School is 0.43, 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
#1641 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
71%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans/trojanettes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windthorst High School's ranking?
Windthorst High School is ranked #1641 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Windthorst High School?
The graduation rate of Windthorst High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Windthorst High School?
140 students attend Windthorst High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Windthorst High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windthorst High School?
Windthorst High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Windthorst High School offer ?
Windthorst High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Windthorst High School part of?
Windthorst High School is part of Windthorst Independent School District.
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