Tom Glenn High School, commonly known as Glenn High School or simply GHS, is a high school located in Leander, Texas. It opened in the 2016–2017 school year as the sixth high school of Leander Independent School District. As of 2016, the school is the northern most high school in the district.
Serving 2,129 students in grades 9-12, Glenn 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Glenn High School's student population of 2,129 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Rankings
Glenn 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 Glenn High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#5209 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn High School's ranking?
Glenn High School is ranked #5209 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Glenn High School often compared to?
Glenn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leander High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenn High School?
The graduation rate of Glenn High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Glenn High School?
2,129 students attend Glenn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Glenn High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenn High School?
Glenn High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenn High School offer ?
Glenn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenn High School part of?
Glenn High School is part of Leander Independent School District.
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