Wortham High School is a public high school located in Wortham, Texas and is classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Wortham Independent School District which serves students in far western Freestone County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 165 students in grades 9-12, Wortham 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wortham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wortham High School's student population of 165 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wortham 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 Wortham 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
#5611 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
56%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Wortham High School's ranking?
Wortham High School is ranked #5611 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wortham High School?
The graduation rate of Wortham High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wortham High School?
165 students attend Wortham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wortham High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wortham High School?
Wortham High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wortham High School offer ?
Wortham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wortham High School part of?
Wortham High School is part of Wortham Independent School District.
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