Serving 298 students in grades 7-12, Italy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Italy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Italy High School's student population of 298 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Italy 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 Italy High School is 0.63, 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
#5893 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
47%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Italy High School's ranking?
Italy High School is ranked #5893 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Italy High School often compared to?
Italy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avalon School, Red Oak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Italy High School?
The graduation rate of Italy High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Italy High School?
298 students attend Italy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Italy High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Italy High School?
Italy High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Italy High School offer ?
Italy High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Italy High School part of?
Italy High School is part of Italy Independent School District.
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