Mineola High School is a public high school located in Mineola, Texas in southern Wood County and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Mineola Independent School District and serves the city of Mineola and portions of unincorporated Wood County.
Serving 480 students in grades 9-12, Mineola 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 51% 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: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mineola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Mineola High School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
White, Orange
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Mineola 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 Mineola High School is 0.61, 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
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellowjacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mineola High School's ranking?
Mineola High School is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mineola High School often compared to?
Mineola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quitman High School, Alba-golden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mineola High School?
The graduation rate of Mineola High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mineola High School?
480 students attend Mineola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mineola High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mineola High School?
Mineola High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mineola High School offer ?
Mineola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mineola High School part of?
Mineola High School is part of Mineola Independent School District.
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