New Boston High School is a public high school located in New Boston, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the New Boston Independent School District located in central Bowie County.
Serving 343 students in grades 9-12, New Boston 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Boston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
New Boston High School's student population of 343 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
New Boston 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 New Boston 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
#5995 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
58%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions/lady Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Boston High School's ranking?
New Boston High School is ranked #5995 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are New Boston High School often compared to?
New Boston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Grove High School, Redwater High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Boston High School?
The graduation rate of New Boston High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Boston High School?
343 students attend New Boston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of New Boston High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Boston High School?
New Boston High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Boston High School offer ?
New Boston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Boston High School part of?
New Boston High School is part of New Boston Independent School District.
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