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#4766 of 8,552 schools in TX
Plainview H S
High School · PLAINVIEW ISD
1501 QUINCY ST, Plainview, TX 79072
Enrollment
1,430
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,430
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,766 of 8,552
In Plainview
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
PLAINVIEW ISD
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Plainview H S
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About Plainview H S
Plainview H S is a public high school in Plainview, TX, part of PLAINVIEW ISD. Plainview H S serves approximately 1,430 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Plainview H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,766 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Plainview H S show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Plainview 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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Plainview H S — Students at Plainview H S score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
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: 8.3/10.
How Plainview H S Compares
See how Plainview 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
1501 QUINCY ST, Plainview, TX 79072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plainview H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KRESS H S (rated 7.5/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Kress), which scores notably higher. Another option is HALE CENTER H S (rated 7.3/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Hale Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOCKNEY H S (rated 6.9/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Lockney), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plainview, see our Plainview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLAINVIEW J H Plainview | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PLAINVIEW INT Plainview | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ABERNATHY DAEP Abernathy | 0.8 mi | — |
| LOCKNEY DAEP Lockney | 0.8 mi | — |
| HALE COUNTY JJAEP Plainview | 0.8 mi | — |
| DAEP Shallowater | 0.8 mi | — |
| CENTRAL EL Plainview | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTH EL Plainview | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| PLAINVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plainview | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTH EL Plainview | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| KRESS H S Kress | 11.6 mi | 7.5 |
| KRESS EL Kress | 11.6 mi | 4.1 |
| CARR MIDDLE Hale Center | 11.3 mi | 4.3 |
| HALE CO J J A E P Hale Center | 11.5 mi | — |
| AKIN EL Hale Center | 11.5 mi | 4.5 |
| HALE CENTER H S Hale Center | 12.2 mi | 7.3 |
| LOCKNEY EL Lockney | 16.5 mi | 3.6 |
| LOCKNEY J H Lockney | 16.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LOCKNEY H S Lockney | 16.8 mi | 6.9 |
| COTTON CENTER SCHOOL Cotton Center | 21.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,766
Median Home Value
$106,400
Median Rent
$813/mo
Population
25,596
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plainview H S
What grades does Plainview H S serve?
Plainview H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Plainview H S?
Plainview H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainview H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Plainview H S is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plainview H S rank in TX?
Plainview H S ranks #4,766 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Plainview H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Plainview H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Plainview H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plainview H S has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plainview H S a charter school?
No, Plainview H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plainview H S a Title I school?
No, Plainview H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plainview H S?
77.8% of students at Plainview 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
- 1,430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 112
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Hale County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.8%
- Phone
- (806) 293-6005
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
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District
PLAINVIEW ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,277
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,396
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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