Cates High School serves 27 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
7%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
85%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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
How many students attend Cates High School?
27 students attend Cates High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Cates High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Cates High School offer ?
Cates High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cates High School part of?
Cates High School is part of Decatur Independent School District.
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