Elkhart High School is a public high school located in Elkhart, Texas. It is part of the Elkhart Independent School District located in southeastern Anderson County and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. During 2023-2024, Elkhart High School had an enrollment of 309 students and a student to teacher ratio of 9.17.
Serving 309 students in grades 9-12, Elkhart High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 21% 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: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhart High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Elkhart High School's student population of 309 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Elkhart High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhart High School is 0.36, 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
#2270 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
79%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Elks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhart High School's ranking?
Elkhart High School is ranked #2270 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkhart High School?
The graduation rate of Elkhart High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Elkhart High School?
309 students attend Elkhart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Elkhart High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhart High School?
Elkhart High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkhart High School offer ?
Elkhart High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elkhart High School part of?
Elkhart High School is part of Elkhart Independent School District.
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