Hudson High School is a public high school located just outside Lufkin, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Hudson Independent School District located in central Angelina County.
Serving 783 students in grades 9-12, Hudson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 39% 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: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hudson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hudson High School's student population of 783 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
783 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Colors
Black, Maroon
School Motto
Empower and Inspire
School Rankings
Hudson 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 Hudson High School is 0.56, 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
#1799 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
61%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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: Hornet/lady Hornet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hudson High School's ranking?
Hudson High School is ranked #1799 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hudson High School often compared to?
Hudson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hudson High School?
The graduation rate of Hudson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hudson High School?
783 students attend Hudson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hudson High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hudson High School?
Hudson High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hudson High School offer ?
Hudson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hudson High School part of?
Hudson High School is part of Hudson Independent School District.
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