Below Average
#7495 of 8,552 schools in TX
Terrell H S
High School · TERRELL ISD
400 POETRY RD, Terrell, TX 75160
Enrollment
1,467
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,467
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,495 of 8,552
In Terrell
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
TERRELL ISD
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About Terrell H S
Terrell H S is a public high school in Terrell, TX, part of TERRELL ISD. Terrell H S serves approximately 1,467 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Terrell H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,495 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Terrell H S show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Terrell 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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Terrell H S — Students at Terrell H S score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
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: 4.3/10.
How Terrell H S Compares
See how Terrell 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
400 POETRY RD, Terrell, TX 75160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Terrell H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTH FORNEY H S (rated 4.5/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Forney), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH (rated 4.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Terrell, see our Terrell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J W LONG EL Terrell | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| DR BRUCE WOOD EL Terrell | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Terrell | 0.9 mi | — |
| HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE Terrell | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH Terrell | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Terrell | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL Terrell | 1.8 mi | — |
| W H BURNETT EL Terrell | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| GILBERT WILLIE SR EL Terrell | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| POETRY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Terrell | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTH FORNEY H S Forney | 7.3 mi | 4.5 |
| BROWN MIDDLE Forney | 7.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SMITH INT Forney | 7.5 mi | 4.2 |
| FORNEY LEARNING ACADEMY Forney | 7.6 mi | — |
| BLACKBURN EL Forney | 7.7 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLETT EL Forney | 8.7 mi | 6.5 |
| GRIFFIN EL Forney | 8.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HENDERSON EL Forney | 9.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CROSBY EL Forney | 9.4 mi | 3.5 |
| RHEA INT Forney | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,862
Median Home Value
$221,900
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
26,145
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.9
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|---|---|
| BOWIE H S El Paso, TX | 4.1 |
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| H GRADY SPRUCE H S Dallas, TX | 4.1 |
| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston, TX | 4.1 |
| SPLENDORA H S Splendora, TX | 4.1 |
| HARLANDALE H S San Antonio, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Terrell H S
What grades does Terrell H S serve?
Terrell H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Terrell H S?
Terrell H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Terrell H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Terrell H S is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Terrell H S rank in TX?
Terrell H S ranks #7,495 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Terrell H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Terrell H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Terrell H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Terrell H S has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Terrell H S a charter school?
No, Terrell H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Terrell H S a Title I school?
No, Terrell H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Terrell H S?
77.2% of students at Terrell 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kaufman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (972) 563-7525
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
TERRELL ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,255
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,694
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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