Lufkin High School is a public high school located in Lufkin, Texas and is classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Lufkin Independent School District that serves the Lufkin area and central Angelina County.
Serving 2,101 students in grades 9-12, Lufkin 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lufkin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lufkin High School's student population of 2,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 175 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
175 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Lufkin 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 Lufkin High School is 0.65, 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
#6116 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
21%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lufkin High School's ranking?
Lufkin High School is ranked #6116 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lufkin High School often compared to?
Lufkin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson High School, Pineywoods Community Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lufkin High School?
The graduation rate of Lufkin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lufkin High School?
2,101 students attend Lufkin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lufkin High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lufkin High School?
Lufkin High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lufkin High School offer ?
Lufkin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lufkin High School part of?
Lufkin High School is part of Lufkin Independent School District.
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