Bonham High School is a public high school located in Bonham, Texas, United States and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Bonham Independent School District which encompasses central Fannin County.
Serving 591 students in grades 9-12, Bonham 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 20-24% (which is lower 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bonham High School's student population of 591 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonham 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 Bonham High School is 0.62, 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
#6943 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
51%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonham High School's ranking?
Bonham High School is ranked #6943 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?
20-24% 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 Bonham High School?
The graduation rate of Bonham High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bonham High School?
591 students attend Bonham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bonham High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonham High School?
Bonham High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bonham High School offer ?
Bonham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bonham High School part of?
Bonham High School is part of Bonham Independent School District.
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