Goldthwaite High School is a 2A public high school located in Goldthwaite, Texas, United States. It is part of the Goldthwaite Consolidated Independent School District located in central Mills County. In 2011, the school was rated "Recognized" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 178 students in grades 9-12, Goldthwaite 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goldthwaite High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Goldthwaite High School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Goldthwaite 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 Goldthwaite High School is 0.44, 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
#2478 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
70%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldthwaite High School's ranking?
Goldthwaite High School is ranked #2478 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Goldthwaite High School often compared to?
Goldthwaite High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton High School, Stars Accelerated High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goldthwaite High School?
The graduation rate of Goldthwaite High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Goldthwaite High School?
178 students attend Goldthwaite High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Goldthwaite High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goldthwaite High School?
Goldthwaite High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goldthwaite High School offer ?
Goldthwaite High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Goldthwaite High School part of?
Goldthwaite High School is part of Goldthwaite Independent School District.
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