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#4779 of 8,552 schools in TX
Temple H S
High School · TEMPLE ISD
415 N 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76504
Enrollment
2,342
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
2,342
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,779 of 8,552
In Temple
#13 of 22
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
TEMPLE ISD
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Temple H S
Temple H S is a public high school in Temple, TX, part of TEMPLE ISD. Temple H S serves approximately 2,342 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Temple H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,779 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Temple H S show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Temple H S
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Temple H S is a large school: 2,342 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 Temple 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.
39% of students at Temple 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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Temple H S — Students at Temple H S score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
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: 7.1/10.
How Temple H S Compares
See how Temple 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
415 N 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Temple H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Temple, see our Temple schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC Temple | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Temple | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS(TEMPLE CAMPUS) Temple | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS Temple | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON EL Temple | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WHEATLEY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Temple | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| TRAVIS SCIENCE ACADEMY Temple | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| KENNEDY-POWELL EL Temple | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| WESTERN HILLS EL Temple | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SCOTT EL Temple | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| TAMRA LEARNING ACADEMY Temple | 2.2 mi | — |
| MERIDITH-DUNBAR EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Temple | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| THORNTON EL Temple | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| HECTOR P GARCIA EL Temple | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CATER EL Temple | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Temple | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| RAYE-ALLEN EL Temple | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Temple | 4.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,420
Median Home Value
$162,600
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
24,856
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
32.8%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELTON H S Belton, TX | 6.1 |
| CANUTILLO H S Canutillo, TX | 6.1 |
| CANYON H S New Braunfels, TX | 6.1 |
| CEDAR RIDGE H S Round Rock, TX | 6.1 |
| EASTWOOD H S El Paso, TX | 6.1 |
| LAKE BELTON H S Temple, TX | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Temple H S
What grades does Temple H S serve?
Temple H S serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Temple H S?
Temple H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Temple H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Temple H S is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Temple H S rank in TX?
Temple H S ranks #4,779 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Temple H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Temple 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 Temple H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Temple H S has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Temple H S a charter school?
No, Temple H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Temple H S a Title I school?
No, Temple H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Temple H S?
69.5% of students at Temple 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
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 179
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (254) 215-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
Resources & Links
District
TEMPLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,784
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,629
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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