Carthage High School is a public high school located in the city of Carthage, Texas, United States. It is part of the Carthage Independent School District located in central Panola County and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 788 students in grades 9-12, Carthage High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carthage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carthage High School's student population of 788 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Colors
White, Red
School Motto
'Where Champions Are Educated'
School Rankings
Carthage 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 Carthage High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2684 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
52%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carthage High School's ranking?
Carthage High School is ranked #2684 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carthage High School?
The graduation rate of Carthage High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carthage High School?
788 students attend Carthage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carthage High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carthage High School?
Carthage High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carthage High School offer ?
Carthage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carthage High School part of?
Carthage High School is part of Carthage Independent School District.
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