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Itasca High School

123 N College
Itasca, TX 76055
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Itasca High School is a 2A public high school located in Itasca, Texas. It is part of the Itasca Independent School District located in north central Hill County. In 2013, the school was rated "Academically Acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 201 students in grades 9-12, Itasca 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 201 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : 80-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Itasca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Itasca High School's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold

School Rankings

Itasca 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 Itasca High School is 0.59, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#4834 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
41%
50-54%
51%
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wampus Cats/lady Cats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Itasca High School's ranking?
Itasca High School is ranked #4834 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Itasca High School?
The graduation rate of Itasca High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Itasca High School?
201 students attend Itasca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Itasca High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Itasca High School?
Itasca High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Itasca High School offer ?
Itasca High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Itasca High School part of?
Itasca High School is part of Itasca Independent School District.

School Reviews

2   3/9/2007
Itasca ISD is a small school, main problems are twofold, one lack of resources for students with learning disabilities Two,limited academic choices for all students. Parents be prepared to find after school classes for your student to stay ahead.
- Posted by Parent - tx_se

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 201 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : 80-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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