Panhandle High School is a public high school located in the city of Panhandle, Texas in Carson County, United States and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Panhandle Independent School District located in central Carson County.
Serving 199 students in grades 9-12, Panhandle High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panhandle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Panhandle High School's student population of 199 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Panhandle High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panhandle High School is 0.37, 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
#766 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
78%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther/pantherette
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panhandle High School's ranking?
Panhandle High School is ranked #766 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panhandle High School?
The graduation rate of Panhandle High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Panhandle High School?
199 students attend Panhandle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Panhandle High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panhandle High School?
Panhandle High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Panhandle High School offer ?
Panhandle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Panhandle High School part of?
Panhandle High School is part of Panhandle Independent School District.
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