Stamford High School is a public high school located in Stamford, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Stamford Independent School District located in north central Jones County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 173 students in grades 9-12, Stamford High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stamford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Stamford High School's student population of 173 students has declined by 6% 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
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stamford 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 Stamford High School is 0.58, 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
#2367 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
52%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
39%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stamford High School's ranking?
Stamford High School is ranked #2367 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stamford High School?
The graduation rate of Stamford High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stamford High School?
173 students attend Stamford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Stamford High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stamford High School?
Stamford High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stamford High School offer ?
Stamford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stamford High School part of?
Stamford High School is part of Stamford Independent School District.
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