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#3572 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 42% in state

Cuero H S

High School · CUERO ISD

920 E BROADWAY, Cuero, TX 77954

Enrollment

641

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,572 of 8,552

In Cuero

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

CUERO ISD

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Cuero H S

6.8/10

High School in Cuero · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cuero H S

Cuero H S is a public high school in Cuero, TX, part of CUERO ISD. Cuero H S serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cuero H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,572 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Cuero H S show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above TX schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,568
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Cuero H S — Students at Cuero H S score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
51%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Cuero H S Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·28 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

920 E BROADWAY, Cuero, TX 77954

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cuero H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YOAKUM H S (rated 7.5/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Yoakum), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YORKTOWN H S (rated 6.7/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Yorktown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cuero, see our Cuero schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CUERO J H Cuero 0.3 mi 7.4
HUNT EL Cuero 0.6 mi 6.7
J C FRENCH EL Cuero 0.5 mi 7.3
ST MICHAELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cuero 0.8 mi 6.6
MEYERSVILLE EL Meyersville 11.3 mi 8.7
MISSION VALLEY EL Victoria 14.1 mi 7.0
WESTHOFF EL Westhoff 13.8 mi 9.3
YOAKUM INT Yoakum 15.2 mi 7.7
YOAKUM J H Yoakum 15.5 mi 7.4
YOAKUM H S Yoakum 15.5 mi 7.5
YOAKUM PRI Yoakum 15.7 mi 8.1
YOAKUM ANNEX Yoakum 15.7 mi 7.5
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yoakum 16.0 mi 7.8
NURSERY EL Nursery 15.9 mi 9.6
YORKTOWN H S Yorktown 16.0 mi 6.7
YORKTOWN J H Yorktown 16.0 mi 6.2
YORKTOWN EL Yorktown 16.1 mi 6.6
SWEET HOME EL Sweet Home 21.4 mi 7.9
ELLA SCHORLEMMER EL Victoria 21.1 mi 7.6
HAROLD CADE MIDDLE Victoria 21.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,654

Median Home Value

$185,500

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

11,007

College Educated

17.2%

Homeownership

65.2%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

41.6

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BUNA H S Buna, TX 6.8
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GARLAND Garland, TX 6.8
IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY ALAMO Alamo, TX 6.8
IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Rio Grande City, TX 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cuero H S

What grades does Cuero H S serve?

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

How many students attend Cuero H S?

Cuero H S has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Cuero H S is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cuero H S rank in TX?

Cuero H S ranks #3,572 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Cuero H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Cuero H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Cuero H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cuero H S has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Cuero H S a charter school?

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

Is Cuero H S a Title I school?

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

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

49.8% of students at Cuero 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
DeWitt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

CUERO ISD
District Enrollment
1,905
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,568
District Rank
#3 of 4

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