Wellington High School is a public high school located in the city of Wellington, Texas, in Collingsworth County, United States and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Wellington Independent School District located in south central Collingsworth County.
Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, Wellington High School ranks in the top 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 54% 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: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wellington High School's student population of 164 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wellington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellington High School is 0.55, 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
#2478 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
46%
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
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Skyrockets/lady Rockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellington High School's ranking?
Wellington High School is ranked #2478 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellington High School?
The graduation rate of Wellington High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wellington High School?
164 students attend Wellington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wellington High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellington High School?
Wellington High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wellington High School offer ?
Wellington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wellington High School part of?
Wellington High School is part of Wellington Independent School District.
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