Haltom High School is a grade 9–12 high school located in Haltom City, Texas.
Serving 2,755 students in grades 9-12, Haltom 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haltom High School's student population of 2,755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Haltom 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 Haltom High School is 0.57, 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
#6014 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haltom High School's ranking?
Haltom High School is ranked #6014 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Haltom High School often compared to?
Haltom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birdville High School, Richland 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Haltom High School?
The graduation rate of Haltom High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Haltom High School?
2,755 students attend Haltom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Haltom High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haltom High School?
Haltom High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haltom High School offer ?
Haltom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Haltom High School part of?
Haltom High School is part of Birdville Independent School District.
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