Shamrock High School is a public high school located in Shamrock, Texas, U.S. and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Shamrock Independent School District located in south central Wheeler County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 69 students in grades 6-8, Shamrock Middle 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 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shamrock Middle School's student population of 69 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Green
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Shamrock Middle 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 Shamrock Middle School is 0.62, 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
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
46%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Iris
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shamrock Middle School's ranking?
Shamrock Middle School is ranked #4171 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shamrock Middle School?
69 students attend Shamrock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Shamrock Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shamrock Middle School?
Shamrock Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shamrock Middle School offer ?
Shamrock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Shamrock Middle School part of?
Shamrock Middle School is part of Shamrock Independent School District.
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