Paul Pewitt High School is a public high school in Omaha, Texas, United States. It is part of the Pewitt Consolidated Independent School District and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 248 students in grades 9-12, Pewitt 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pewitt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pewitt High School's student population of 248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Pewitt 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 Pewitt 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
#5156 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
62%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brahma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pewitt High School's ranking?
Pewitt High School is ranked #5156 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pewitt High School?
The graduation rate of Pewitt High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pewitt High School?
248 students attend Pewitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pewitt High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pewitt High School?
Pewitt High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pewitt High School offer ?
Pewitt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pewitt High School part of?
Pewitt High School is part of Pewitt Consolidated Independent School District.
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