Refugio High School is a 2A public high school located in Refugio, Texas. It is part of the Refugio Independent School District located in central Refugio County. In 2015, the school was accredited and met state academic standards.
Serving 218 students in grades 9-12, Refugio High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Refugio High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Refugio High School's student population of 218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Refugio High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Refugio High School is 0.52, 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
#4319 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Refugio High School's ranking?
Refugio High School is ranked #4319 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Refugio High School?
The graduation rate of Refugio High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Refugio High School?
218 students attend Refugio High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Refugio High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Refugio High School?
Refugio High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Refugio High School offer ?
Refugio High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Refugio High School part of?
Refugio High School is part of Refugio Independent School District.
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