Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, New Deal 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Deal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Deal High School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Deal 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 Deal High School is 0.53, 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
#5307 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
51%
54%
White
46%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Deal High School's ranking?
New Deal High School is ranked #5307 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?
40-44% 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 New Deal High School?
The graduation rate of New Deal High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Deal High School?
228 students attend New Deal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of New Deal High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Deal High School?
New Deal High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Deal High School offer ?
New Deal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Deal High School part of?
New Deal High School is part of New Deal Independent School District.
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