Little Elm High School is a public high school in Little Elm, Texas, United States and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Little Elm Independent School District located in east central Denton County.
Serving 2,529 students in grades 9-12, Little Elm 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 71% 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: 2,529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Elm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Little Elm High School's student population of 2,529 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 148 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
148 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Little Elm High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Elm High School is 0.70, 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
#6366 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
29%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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: Lobos
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Elm High School's ranking?
Little Elm High School is ranked #6366 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Elm High School?
The graduation rate of Little Elm High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Little Elm High School?
2,529 students attend Little Elm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Little Elm High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Elm High School?
Little Elm High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Elm High School offer ?
Little Elm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Little Elm High School part of?
Little Elm High School is part of Little Elm Independent School District.
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