Average
#6141 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lancaster H S
High School · LANCASTER ISD
200 E WINTERGREEN RD, Lancaster, TX 75134
Enrollment
2,313
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,313
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,141 of 8,552
In Lancaster
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
LANCASTER ISD
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Lancaster H S
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About Lancaster H S
Lancaster H S is a public high school in Lancaster, TX, part of LANCASTER ISD. Lancaster H S serves approximately 2,313 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lancaster H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,141 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lancaster H S show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Lancaster H S is a large school: 2,313 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Lancaster 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.
37% of students at Lancaster H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lancaster H S — Students at Lancaster H S score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
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
↓ 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: 7.5/10.
How Lancaster H S Compares
See how Lancaster 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
200 E WINTERGREEN RD, Lancaster, TX 75134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lancaster H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S (rated 7.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP OAK CLIFF ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLEASANT RUN EL Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| G W CARVER 6TH GRADE STEM LEARNING CENTER Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST MAIN EL Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - GRANT EAST Dallas | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER EL Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HOUSTON EL Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE Dallas | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS H S Dallas | 3.3 mi | 3.4 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS EL Dallas | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas | 3.5 mi | 2.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| KIPP OAK CLIFF ACADEMY Dallas | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN Dallas | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| J N ERVIN EL Dallas | 4.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,134
Median Home Value
$216,600
Median Rent
$1,762/mo
Population
18,305
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERKNER H S Richardson, TX | 5.2 |
| BRACKENRIDGE H S San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
| KAREN WAGNER H S San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
| LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE H S San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
| MARSHALL H S San Antonio, TX | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lancaster H S
What grades does Lancaster H S serve?
Lancaster H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lancaster H S?
Lancaster H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lancaster H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Lancaster H S is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lancaster H S rank in TX?
Lancaster H S ranks #6,141 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lancaster H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Lancaster H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lancaster H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lancaster H S has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lancaster H S a charter school?
No, Lancaster H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lancaster H S a Title I school?
No, Lancaster H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lancaster H S?
97.8% of students at Lancaster 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
- 2,313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (972) 218-1800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
LANCASTER ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,014
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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