Palestine High School

Palestine High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1600 S Loop 256,  Palestine, TX
Palestine Independent School District
3.9
4.5
1,016 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Stephen Cooksey
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
48%
Reading Proficiency
44%
Average GPA
3.23
Graduation Rate
97%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.23
Reading Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
48%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
79
Full Time Teachers
79
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
61.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
11%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
338:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Hispanic
45.1%
White
29.5%
Black
21.1%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#124 Niche Standout HS in Texas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Texas A&M University 142 Students
University of Texas - Tyler 141 Students
Stephen F. Austin State University 139 Students
University of Texas - Austin 111 Students
Tyler Junior College 85 Students
Texas State University 80 Students
Sam Houston State University 78 Students
Baylor University 77 Students
University of Houston 71 Students
Texas Tech University 61 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 70 Students
Business 40 Students
Psychology 40 Students
Biology 27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Pre-Law Studies 16 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 15 Students
Education 15 Students
Chemistry 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 80 Reviews
3.0 Senior
8/21/2024
My best part of Palestine High School is being part of the drill team and the dual credit program. The worst part of my experience at Palestine was how unprepared I was for the math TSI along with other students.
5.0 Parent
7/16/2023
The best part high school is completing robotics competition, and the worst part about high school is not even tutor to help student. The only change that need to be made is the school hired more tutors.
5.0 Alum
7/14/2023
The best experience is that I got to experience great memories at PHS with my friends and teammates. We had fun playing baseball and being there for each other. I would say the bad experience was the separation between classes of poor and rich. Seems like the wealthy get away from following the rules.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 4 Reviews
5.0 other
12/17/2017
I am a graduate from 2017, and I have to say this school has grown in all branches throughout the years I attended the Palestine School District Schools. The teachers are well prepared and equipped to teach the students (if taking the upper-level courses such as Pre-AP, AP, or Dual Credit classes)....
5.0 other
1/4/2016
Students are provided a variety of areas to excel from Wildcat University where they earn college hours while in high school to hands on career and technology classes that make them work force ready graduates. College hours and work force recognized career certifications are the norm at PHS!
5.0 parent
1/14/2008
3.0 student
8/25/2007

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Palestine High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Palestine, TX and is served by the Palestine Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,016 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 48% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Palestine High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.23, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Neches High School, Westwood High School, Elkhart High School, and more. Learn more about what Palestine has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Palestine High School.

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