Serving 857 students in grades 9-12, Gilmer High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilmer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilmer High School's student population of 857 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilmer 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 Gilmer High School is 0.59, 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
#3318 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilmer High School's ranking?
Gilmer High School is ranked #3318 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilmer High School?
The graduation rate of Gilmer High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gilmer High School?
857 students attend Gilmer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gilmer High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilmer High School?
Gilmer High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilmer High School offer ?
Gilmer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gilmer High School part of?
Gilmer High School is part of Gilmer Independent School District.
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