Maypearl High School is a public high school located in Maypearl, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Maypearl Independent School District located in west central Ellis County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency .
Serving 373 students in grades 9-12, Maypearl 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maypearl High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Maypearl High School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1904
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
TRADITION ~ PRIDE ~ PURPOSE
School Rankings
Maypearl 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 Maypearl High School is 0.48, 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
#7606 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
68%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maypearl High School's ranking?
Maypearl High School is ranked #7606 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 Maypearl High School?
The graduation rate of Maypearl High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Maypearl High School?
373 students attend Maypearl High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Maypearl High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maypearl High School?
Maypearl High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maypearl High School offer ?
Maypearl High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maypearl High School part of?
Maypearl High School is part of Maypearl Independent School District.
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