De Leon High School is a public high school located in the city of De Leon, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the De Leon Independent School District located in northeastern Comanche County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 182 students in grades 9-12, De Leon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Leon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
De Leon High School's student population of 182 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
De Leon 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 De Leon High School is 0.50, 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
#2489 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
59%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats/lady Cats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Leon High School's ranking?
De Leon High School is ranked #2489 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 De Leon High School?
The graduation rate of De Leon High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend De Leon High School?
182 students attend De Leon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of De Leon High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Leon High School?
De Leon High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does De Leon High School offer ?
De Leon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is De Leon High School part of?
De Leon High School is part of De Leon Independent School District.
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