Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Santa Maria High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Maria High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Santa Maria High School's student population of 176 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Santa Maria High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Maria High School is 0.00, 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
#6833 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
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
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Santa Maria High School's ranking?
Santa Maria High School is ranked #6833 out of 8,188 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Maria High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Maria High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Santa Maria High School?
176 students attend Santa Maria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Santa Maria High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Maria High School?
Santa Maria High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Santa Maria High School offer ?
Santa Maria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Maria High School part of?
Santa Maria High School is part of Santa Maria Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
I use to go to santa maria i loved going there. i was an athelete and i really like all the teachers and students there. hope i can visit someday.
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