Blanco High School is a public high school located in Blanco, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Blanco Independent School District that serves students in southern Blanco County.
Serving 358 students in grades 9-12, Blanco 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanco High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Blanco High School's student population of 358 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Blanco High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanco High School is 0.54, 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
#4531 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
54%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther/lady Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanco High School's ranking?
Blanco High School is ranked #4531 out of 8,188 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 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blanco High School?
The graduation rate of Blanco High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blanco High School?
358 students attend Blanco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Blanco High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanco High School?
Blanco High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanco High School offer ?
Blanco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blanco High School part of?
Blanco High School is part of Blanco Independent School District.
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