Gorman High School is a public high school located in Gorman, Texas and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. It is part of the Gorman Independent School District located in southeast Eastland County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 88 students in grades 9-12, Gorman High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 88 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gorman High School's student population of 88 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
Gorman 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 Gorman High School is 0.50, 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
#1707 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)21-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
64%
25%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers/lady Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorman High School's ranking?
Gorman High School is ranked #1707 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gorman High School?
The graduation rate of Gorman High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gorman High School?
88 students attend Gorman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gorman High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gorman High School?
Gorman High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gorman High School offer ?
Gorman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gorman High School part of?
Gorman High School is part of Gorman Independent School District.
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