Serving 552 students in grades 9-12, Tarkington 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarkington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tarkington High School's student population of 552 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Longhorn
School Rankings
Tarkington 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 Tarkington High School is 0.40, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
75%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorn
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarkington High School's ranking?
Tarkington High School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tarkington High School often compared to?
Tarkington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School, Dayton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tarkington High School?
The graduation rate of Tarkington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tarkington High School?
552 students attend Tarkington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Tarkington High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarkington High School?
Tarkington High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tarkington High School offer ?
Tarkington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tarkington High School part of?
Tarkington High School is part of Tarkington Independent School District.
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