Detroit High School is a public high school located in Detroit, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the Detroit Independent School District located in west central Red River County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 154 students in grades 9-12, Detroit 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Detroit High School's student population of 154 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Detroit ISD is to engage students in educational experiences to develop responsible citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve their goals by providing a learning environment that instills a sense of purpose and P.R.I.D.E. in
School Rankings
Detroit 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 Detroit High School is 0.35, 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
#6323 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
80%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit High School's ranking?
Detroit High School is ranked #6323 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Detroit High School often compared to?
Detroit High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville Middle And High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detroit High School?
The graduation rate of Detroit High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Detroit High School?
154 students attend Detroit High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Detroit High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit High School?
Detroit High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Detroit High School offer ?
Detroit High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Detroit High School part of?
Detroit High School is part of Detroit Independent School District.
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