New Braunfels High School is a public high school in New Braunfels, Texas, United States, that was established in 1845. In 2022, the school was given an overall rating of a B by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,967 students in grades 9-12, New Braunfels High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 1,967 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Braunfels High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Braunfels High School's student population of 1,967 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1845
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
New Braunfels 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 New Braunfels High School is 0.57, 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
#5409 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
47%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Braunfels High School's ranking?
New Braunfels High School is ranked #5409 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are New Braunfels High School often compared to?
New Braunfels High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Braunfels High School?
The graduation rate of New Braunfels High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Braunfels High School?
1,967 students attend New Braunfels High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of New Braunfels High School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Braunfels High School?
New Braunfels High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Braunfels High School offer ?
New Braunfels High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Braunfels High School part of?
New Braunfels High School is part of New Braunfels Independent School District.
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