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Below Average

#7518 of 8,552 schools in TX

Lone Star H S Southeast

High School · LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

P O BOX 600, Giddings, TX 78942

Enrollment

115

Score

4.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,518 of 8,552

In Giddings

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Lone Star H S Southeast

4.0/10

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

Giddings EL

6.0/10

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About Lone Star H S Southeast

Lone Star H S Southeast is a public high school in Giddings, TX, part of LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lone Star H S Southeast serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Lone Star H S Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,518 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Lone Star H S Southeast show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.0
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 115 students, Lone Star H S Southeast 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 Lone Star H S Southeast 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.

Lone Star H S Southeast 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

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent31%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.87 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics1.3Needs Improvement31%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-62.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement38%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & EnvironmentNot Available

Requires school resource data

Lone Star H S Southeast — Students at Lone Star H S Southeast score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 10.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.2% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
17%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Lone Star H S Southeast Compares

See how Lone Star H S Southeast performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
12th percentile in TX
Academic
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

P O BOX 600, Giddings, TX 78942

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lone Star H S Southeast may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GIDDINGS H S (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BURTON H S (rated 8.2/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Burton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROUND TOP-CARMINE H S (rated 7.9/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Carmine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Giddings, see our Giddings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GIDDINGS EL Giddings 1.6 mi 6.0
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Giddings 2.4 mi 5.0
GIDDINGS H S Giddings 2.9 mi 8.4
GIDDINGS INT Giddings 2.9 mi 6.7
GIDDINGS MIDDLE Giddings 3.0 mi 6.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SERBIN SCHOOL Giddings 6.6 mi 4.8
FAITH LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF CENTRAL TEXAS Giddings 8.0 mi
DIME BOX SCHOOL Dime Box 13.6 mi 5.7
ROUND TOP-CARMINE H S Carmine 13.1 mi 7.9
ROUND TOP-CARMINE EL Round Top 14.0 mi 8.7
SACRED HEART SCHOOL La Grange 17.8 mi 6.1
LA GRANGE EL La Grange 18.3 mi 6.3
LEXINGTON H S Lexington 18.0 mi 7.5
LEXINGTON MIDDLE Lexington 18.0 mi 7.7
LEXINGTON EL Lexington 18.3 mi 6.9
LA GRANGE MIDDLE La Grange 18.7 mi 7.7
LA GRANGE H S La Grange 18.7 mi 7.5
SMITHVILLE EL Smithville 18.7 mi 6.3
BURTON H S Burton 17.9 mi 8.2
BURTON EL Burton 18.0 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,084

Median Home Value

$235,600

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

9,858

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lone Star H S Southeast

What grades does Lone Star H S Southeast serve?

Lone Star H S Southeast serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lone Star H S Southeast?

Lone Star H S Southeast has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

How does Lone Star H S Southeast rank in TX?

Lone Star H S Southeast ranks #7,518 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Lone Star H S Southeast's MySchoolScout rating?

Lone Star H S Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Lone Star H S Southeast?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lone Star H S Southeast has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

Is Lone Star H S Southeast a charter school?

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

Is Lone Star H S Southeast a Title I school?

No, Lone Star H S Southeast is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
115
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Lee County

District

LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
672
Schools in District
5
District Rank
#4 of 5

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