Poth High School is a public high school located in Poth, Texas, and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Poth Independent School District located in south central Wilson County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 287 students in grades 9-12, Poth High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Poth High School's student population of 287 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Poth High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poth High School is 0.52, 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
#272 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
52%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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: Pirate/pirette
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poth High School's ranking?
Poth High School is ranked #272 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Poth High School often compared to?
Poth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poth Elementary School, Poth J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poth High School?
The graduation rate of Poth High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Poth High School?
287 students attend Poth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Poth High School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poth High School?
Poth High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poth High School offer ?
Poth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Poth High School part of?
Poth High School is part of Poth Independent School District.
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