Menard High School is a public high school located in Menard, Texas and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. It is part of the Menard Independent School District located in central Menard County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 92 students in grades 9-12, Menard High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Menard High School's student population of 92 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Menard High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menard High School is 0.51, 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
#1443 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
60%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jacket
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menard High School's ranking?
Menard High School is ranked #1443 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Menard High School?
The graduation rate of Menard High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Menard High School?
92 students attend Menard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Menard High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menard High School?
Menard High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Menard High School offer ?
Menard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Menard High School part of?
Menard High School is part of Menard Independent School District.
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