Very Good
#2700 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 32% in state
Hale Center H S
High School · HALE CENTER ISD
P O BOX 1210, Hale Center, TX 79041
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,700 of 8,552
In Hale Center
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
HALE CENTER ISD
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Hale Center H S
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About Hale Center H S
Hale Center H S is a public high school in Hale Center, TX, part of HALE CENTER ISD. Hale Center H S serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hale Center H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,700 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hale Center H S show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 173 students, Hale Center H S is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Hale Center H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Hale Center H S sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Hale Center H S — Students at Hale Center H S score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Hale Center H S Compares
See how Hale Center 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
P O BOX 1210, Hale Center, TX 79041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hale Center H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ABERNATHY H S (rated 8.1/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Abernathy), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PLAINVIEW H S (rated 6.1/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Plainview), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hale Center, see our Hale Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HALE CO J J A E P Hale Center | 0.8 mi | — |
| AKIN EL Hale Center | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| CARR MIDDLE Hale Center | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| COTTON CENTER SCHOOL Cotton Center | 9.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTH EL Plainview | 10.3 mi | 4.2 |
| PLAINVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plainview | 10.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CENTRAL EL Plainview | 11.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PLAINVIEW J H Plainview | 12.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PLAINVIEW H S Plainview | 12.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ABERNATHY DAEP Abernathy | 12.5 mi | — |
| LOCKNEY DAEP Lockney | 12.5 mi | — |
| HALE COUNTY JJAEP Plainview | 12.5 mi | — |
| DAEP Shallowater | 12.5 mi | — |
| PLAINVIEW INT Plainview | 13.0 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTH EL Plainview | 13.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ABERNATHY EL Abernathy | 15.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ABERNATHY H S Abernathy | 15.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ABERNATHY MIDDLE Abernathy | 15.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PETERSBURG SCHOOL Petersburg | 19.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HP WEBB EL Olton | 18.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,305
Median Home Value
$101,300
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
2,511
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
51.8
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| CAST MED H S San Antonio, TX | 7.3 |
| CHARLOTTE H S Charlotte, TX | 7.3 |
| CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth, TX | 7.3 |
| DANBURY H S Danbury, TX | 7.3 |
| LEWISVILLE SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY UPPER Lewisville, TX | 7.3 |
| MCDADE H S Mcdade, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hale Center H S
What grades does Hale Center H S serve?
Hale Center H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hale Center H S?
Hale Center H S has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hale Center H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Hale Center H S is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hale Center H S rank in TX?
Hale Center H S ranks #2,700 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hale Center H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Hale Center H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Hale Center H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hale Center H S has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hale Center H S a charter school?
No, Hale Center H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hale Center H S a Title I school?
No, Hale Center H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hale Center H S?
68.2% of students at Hale Center 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
- 173
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Hale County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (806) 839-2452
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
HALE CENTER ISD- District Enrollment
- 586
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,193
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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