Excellent
#192 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 2% in state
Childress H S
High School · CHILDRESS ISD
800 AVE J N W, Childress, TX 79201
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#192 of 8,552
In Childress
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
CHILDRESS ISD
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Childress H S
High School in Childress · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Childress H S
Childress H S is a public high school in Childress, TX, part of CHILDRESS ISD. Childress H S serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Childress H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Childress H S show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Childress H S — Students at Childress H S score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Childress H S Compares
See how Childress H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
800 AVE J N W, Childress, TX 79201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Childress H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. QUANAH H S (rated 9.4/10, 28.2 miles away, in nearby Quanah), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WELLINGTON H S (rated 9.2/10, 28.7 miles away, in nearby Wellington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MEMPHIS H S (rated 8.1/10, 28.4 miles away, in nearby Memphis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Childress, see our Childress schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 41.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRESS J H Childress | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| CHILDRESS EL Childress | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLLIS HS Hollis | 24.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLLIS MS Hollis | 24.0 mi | 7.5 |
| HOLLIS ES Hollis | 24.1 mi | 6.0 |
| WELLINGTON EL Wellington | 28.6 mi | 7.2 |
| WELLINGTON H S Wellington | 28.7 mi | 9.2 |
| WELLINGTON J H Wellington | 28.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PADUCAH SCHOOL Paducah | 29.6 mi | 7.0 |
| AUSTIN EL Memphis | 27.3 mi | 8.2 |
| TRAVIS EL Memphis | 28.0 mi | 4.3 |
| MEMPHIS H S Memphis | 28.4 mi | 8.1 |
| MEMPHIS MIDDLE Memphis | 28.4 mi | 7.1 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Quanah | 28.1 mi | 5.6 |
| QUANAH H S Quanah | 28.2 mi | 9.4 |
| REAGAN EL Quanah | 28.6 mi | 7.4 |
| HEDLEY SCHOOL Hedley | 39.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CROWELL SCHOOL Crowell | 41.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,125
Median Home Value
$112,500
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
6,817
College Educated
11.4%
Homeownership
64.1%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Childress H S
What grades does Childress H S serve?
Childress H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Childress H S?
Childress H S has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Childress H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Childress 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 Childress H S rank in TX?
Childress H S ranks #192 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Childress H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Childress H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Childress H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Childress H S has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Childress H S a charter school?
No, Childress H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Childress H S a Title I school?
No, Childress H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Childress H S?
47.8% of students at Childress 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Childress County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (940) 937-6131
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
CHILDRESS ISD- District Enrollment
- 976
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,612
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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