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Luling H S

High School · LULING ISD

115 W BOWIE ST, Luling, TX 78648

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,059 of 8,552

In Luling

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

LULING ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Luling H S

5.9/10

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

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About Luling H S

Luling H S is a public high school in Luling, TX, part of LULING ISD. Luling H S serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Luling H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,059 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Luling H S show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Luling 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.

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
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation4.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,902
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Luling H S — Students at Luling H S score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (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
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
20%
ELA
43%

* 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 Luling H S Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in TX
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·27 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

115 W BOWIE ST, Luling, TX 78648

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Luling H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOLS - LOCKHART CAMPUS (rated 5.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Lockhart), with a comparable rating. Another option is LOCKHART PRIDE H S (rated 5.1/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Lockhart), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GONZALES H S (rated 4.8/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Gonzales), a more accessible option. For more schools in Luling, see our Luling schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
GILBERT GERDES J H Luling 0.1 mi 5.2
LEONARD SHANKLIN EL Luling 0.1 mi 7.7
LEGACY RANCH INSPIRE ACADEMY Gonzales 5.5 mi 3.2
PRAIRIE LEA SCHOOL Prairie Lea 7.0 mi 5.0
LOCKHART MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockhart 9.9 mi 3.9
TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOLS - LOCKHART CAMPUS Lockhart 11.1 mi 5.5
THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS) Austin 13.3 mi 3.7
THE EXCEL CENTER FOR ADULTS - LOCKHART Austin 13.3 mi 2.3
LOCKHART H S Lockhart 13.6 mi 4.0
NAVARRO EL Lockhart 13.6 mi 2.7
CLEAR FORK EL Lockhart 13.8 mi 5.4
LOCKHART J H Lockhart 13.8 mi 3.7
BLUEBONNET EL Lockhart 14.1 mi 3.8
GEORGE W CARVER EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Lockhart 14.6 mi 3.2
LOCKHART PRIDE H S Lockhart 14.6 mi 5.1
THE GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lockhart 14.5 mi
PLUM CREEK EL Lockhart 14.9 mi 5.6
GONZALES NORTH AVENUE Gonzales 16.7 mi 6.3
GONZALES H S Gonzales 16.8 mi 4.8
GONZALES PRI ACADEMY Gonzales 17.4 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,533

Median Home Value

$217,400

Median Rent

$1,063/mo

Population

8,022

College Educated

11.5%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

48.7

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JAMES MADISON H S Dallas, TX 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Luling H S

What grades does Luling H S serve?

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

How many students attend Luling H S?

Luling H S has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Luling H S is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Luling H S rank in TX?

Luling H S ranks #5,059 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Luling H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Luling H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Luling H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Luling H S has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Luling H S a charter school?

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

Is Luling H S a Title I school?

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

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

76.5% of students at Luling 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Caldwell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

LULING ISD
District Enrollment
1,426
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,902
District Rank
#2 of 3

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