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#364 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 4% in state

Boles H S

High School · BOLES ISD

9777 FM 2101, Quinlan, TX 75474

Enrollment

186

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Quinlan

#1 of 7

public schools

Texas high schools

#59 of 1,699

In district

#1 of 3

BOLES ISD

School environment

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Boles H S

Boles H S is a public high school in Quinlan, TX, part of the BOLES ISD. The school serves approximately 186 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.8th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 65% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,299, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 186 students, Boles H S is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Boles H S may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5%
Overall Proficiency60%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected+14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness6.6Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,136

Boles H S — Students at Boles H S score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 64.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Boles H S Compares

See how Boles H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
96th percentile in TX
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
9.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers

Location

9777 FM 2101, Quinlan, TX 75474

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boles H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CADDO MILLS H S (rated 8.3/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Caddo Mills), with a very similar rating. Another option is LONE OAK H S (rated 7.3/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Lone Oak), a more accessible option. Additionally, WH FORD H S (rated 5.6/10, 4.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Quinlan, see our Quinlan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BOLES EL Quinlan 0.0 mi 8.1
BOLES MIDDLE Quinlan 0.0 mi 6.2
C B THOMPSON MIDDLE Quinlan 2.6 mi 6.3
A E BUTLER INT Quinlan 3.3 mi 6.1
D C CANNON EL Quinlan 3.4 mi 4.3
WH FORD H S Quinlan 4.2 mi 5.6
NEW HORIZONS LEARNING CENTER Greenville 9.3 mi 4.3
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) GREENVILLE Dallas 9.4 mi 4.9
GREENVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 9.7 mi 5.0
GREENVILLE H S Greenville 11.0 mi 4.9
LAMAR EL Greenville 11.1 mi 6.5
CADDO MILLS H S Caddo Mills 10.3 mi 8.3
BOWIE EL Greenville 11.3 mi 7.3
KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL Caddo Mills 10.5 mi 7.5
LONE OAK EL Lone Oak 10.1 mi 6.2
LONE OAK MIDDLE Lone Oak 10.2 mi 7.2
LONE OAK H S Lone Oak 10.2 mi 7.3
CADDO MILLS INT Caddo Mills 11.3 mi 6.1
TRAVIS INT Greenville 12.3 mi 5.8
FRANCES AND JEANNETTE LEE EL Caddo Mills 11.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,299

Median Home Value

$169,800

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

16,813

College Educated

16.6%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

41.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

44.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Boles H S has a median household income of $66,299. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,800, with a median rent of $1,101/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOSQUEVILLE H S Waco, TX 8.6
CAYUGA H S Cayuga, TX 8.6
CLARENDON H S Clarendon, TX 8.6
JAMES BOWIE H S Simms, TX 8.6
NEW DEAL H S New Deal, TX 8.6
OLNEY H S Olney, TX 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boles H S

What grades does Boles H S serve?

Boles H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Boles H S?

Boles H S has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boles H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Boles H S is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boles H S rank in TX?

Boles H S is ranked #364 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Boles H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Boles H S has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Boles H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Boles H S has 64.5% math proficiency and 49.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Boles H S a charter school?

No, Boles H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Boles H S a Title I school?

No, Boles H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boles H S?

50.0% of students at Boles H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,268/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Quinlan). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hunt County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BOLES ISD
District Enrollment
552
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,108
District Rank
#1 of 3

Other Schools in This District

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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