Serving 312 students in grades 9-12, Chisum High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chisum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Chisum High School's student population of 312 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Chisum High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisum High School is 0.33, 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
#3620 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
81%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisum High School's ranking?
Chisum High School is ranked #3620 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chisum High School often compared to?
Chisum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paris High School, North Lamar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chisum High School?
The graduation rate of Chisum High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Chisum High School?
312 students attend Chisum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Chisum High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chisum High School?
Chisum High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chisum High School offer ?
Chisum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chisum High School part of?
Chisum High School is part of Chisum Independent School District.
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