East Bernard High School is a public high school located in East Bernard, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the East Bernard Independent School District located in northeast Wharton County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, East Bernard High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Bernard 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
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
East Bernard High School's student population of 301 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Rankings
East Bernard High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Bernard High School is 0.54, 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
#1109 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brahma
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Bernard High School's ranking?
East Bernard High School is ranked #1109 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are East Bernard High School often compared to?
East Bernard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton High School, Boling High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Bernard High School?
The graduation rate of East Bernard High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Bernard High School?
301 students attend East Bernard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of East Bernard High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Bernard High School?
East Bernard High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Bernard High School offer ?
East Bernard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Bernard High School part of?
East Bernard High School is part of East Bernard Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
Former Student. Class of 79. Congratulations to all of you who graduated before and after me. We were high school class A State Champions before that. We got cheated the following year. They classified us as a AA school. We still did well.
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