Prairiland High School is a public high school located in Pattonville, Texas that serves students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Prairiland Independent School District which encompasses the southeastern corner of Lamar County and western portions of Red River County.
Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, Prairiland High School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (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 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairiland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Prairiland High School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairiland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairiland High School is 0.31, 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
#2322 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Hispanic
13%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
82%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairiland High School's ranking?
Prairiland High School is ranked #2322 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Prairiland High School often compared to?
Prairiland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paris High School, North Lamar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Prairiland High School?
The graduation rate of Prairiland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Prairiland High School?
283 students attend Prairiland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Prairiland High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairiland High School?
Prairiland High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairiland High School offer ?
Prairiland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Prairiland High School part of?
Prairiland High School is part of Prairiland Independent School District.
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