Palestine High School is a public high school located in Palestine, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Palestine Independent School District located in central Anderson County. The old Palestine High School built in 1915 is now The Museum for East Texas Culture.
Serving 1,016 students in grades 9-12, Palestine 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 48% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 1,016 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palestine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Palestine High School's student population of 1,016 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1932
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Palestine 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 Palestine High School is 0.68, 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
#3888 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palestine High School's ranking?
Palestine High School is ranked #3888 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?
48% 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 Palestine High School?
The graduation rate of Palestine High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Palestine High School?
1,016 students attend Palestine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Palestine High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palestine High School?
Palestine High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palestine High School offer ?
Palestine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palestine High School part of?
Palestine High School is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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