Trenton High School is a 2A public high school located in Trenton, Texas. It is part of the Trenton Independent School District located in southwest Fannin County. In 2017, the school was rated as "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 213 students in grades 9-12, Trenton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trenton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Trenton High School's student population of 213 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red/Black/White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trenton 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 Trenton High School is 0.51, 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
#2574 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
62%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trenton High School's ranking?
Trenton High School is ranked #2574 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Trenton High School often compared to?
Trenton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Savoy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Trenton High School?
The graduation rate of Trenton High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Trenton High School?
213 students attend Trenton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Trenton High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trenton High School?
Trenton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trenton High School offer ?
Trenton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Trenton High School part of?
Trenton High School is part of Trenton Independent School District.
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