Flour Bluff High School is a public high school in Corpus Christi, Texas. It is part of the Flour Bluff Independent School District. The Texas Education Agency's 2009 accountability rating was "Recognized"
Serving 1,961 students in grades 9-12, Flour Bluff High School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 1,961 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flour Bluff High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Flour Bluff High School's student population of 1,961 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Flour Bluff 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 Flour Bluff High School is 0.60, 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
#2466 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
44%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flour Bluff High School's ranking?
Flour Bluff High School is ranked #2466 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Flour Bluff High School often compared to?
Flour Bluff High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like London High School, Ray High School, Veterans Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Flour Bluff High School?
The graduation rate of Flour Bluff High School is 83%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Flour Bluff High School?
1,961 students attend Flour Bluff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Flour Bluff High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flour Bluff High School?
Flour Bluff High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flour Bluff High School offer ?
Flour Bluff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Flour Bluff High School part of?
Flour Bluff High School is part of Flour Bluff Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Flour Bluff High School located?
Flour Bluff High School is located in the Flour Bluff neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Flour Bluff.
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