Below Average
#7041 of 8,552 schools in TX
Pecos H S
High School · PECOS-BARSTOW-TOYAH ISD
P O BOX 869, Pecos, TX 79772
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,041 of 8,552
In Pecos
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
PECOS-BARSTOW-TOYAH ISD
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Pecos H S
Pecos H S is a public high school in Pecos, TX, part of PECOS-BARSTOW-TOYAH ISD. Pecos H S serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pecos H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,041 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pecos H S show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Pecos 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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Pecos H S — Students at Pecos H S score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
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: 2.7/10.
How Pecos H S Compares
See how Pecos 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 869, Pecos, TX 79772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pecos H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WINK H S (rated 7.1/10, 31.4 miles away, in nearby Wink), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KERMIT H S (rated 6.2/10, 39.3 miles away, in nearby Kermit), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pecos, see our Pecos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
9 within 39.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Pecos | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| AUSTIN EL Pecos | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ZAVALA EL Pecos | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| WINK EL Wink | 31.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WINK H S Wink | 31.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BALMORHEA ISD EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITY Balmorhea | 33.5 mi | 6.9 |
| KERMIT J H Kermit | 39.3 mi | 4.1 |
| KERMIT H S Kermit | 39.3 mi | 6.2 |
| KERMIT EL Kermit | 39.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,541
Median Home Value
$116,000
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
12,547
College Educated
7.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| BANDERA H S Bandera, TX | 4.5 |
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| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - AUSTIN Austin, TX | 4.5 |
| ROYAL H S Pattison, TX | 4.5 |
| EASTSIDE EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin, TX | 4.6 |
| MANOR NEW TECHNOLOGY HIGH Manor, TX | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pecos H S
What grades does Pecos H S serve?
Pecos H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pecos H S?
Pecos H S has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pecos H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Pecos H S is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pecos H S rank in TX?
Pecos H S ranks #7,041 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pecos H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Pecos H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Pecos H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pecos H S has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pecos H S a charter school?
No, Pecos H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pecos H S a Title I school?
No, Pecos H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pecos H S?
56.7% of students at Pecos 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
- 818
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Reeves County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.6%
- Phone
- (432) 447-7400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
PECOS-BARSTOW-TOYAH ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,882
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,654
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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