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Newton High School

2812 Hwy 190 E
Newton, TX 75966
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Newton High School is a public high school located in Newton, Texas, United States and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Newton Independent School District located in central Newton County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, Newton 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 45% 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: 278 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Newton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Newton High School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
White, Purple

School Rankings

Newton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton High School is 0.57, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#4091 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
41%
40-44%
51%
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newton High School's ranking?
Newton High School is ranked #4091 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Newton High School?
The graduation rate of Newton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Newton High School?
278 students attend Newton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Newton High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton High School?
Newton High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton High School offer ?
Newton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newton High School part of?
Newton High School is part of Newton Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 278 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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