Palestine High School

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Palestine High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1600 S Loop 256,  Palestine, TX
Palestine Independent School District
3.9
4.5
1,003 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Stephen Cooksey
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.25
Graduation Rate
97%

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
3.25
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
80
Full Time Teachers
80
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
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

Source: GreatSchools
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
53.4%
Female
46.6%
Hispanic
45.7%
White
27.3%
Black
21%
Two or more races
5%
Asian
<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 166 Students
University of Texas - Tyler 149 Students
Stephen F. Austin State University 140 Students
University of Texas - Austin 129 Students
Tyler Junior College 91 Students
Baylor University 84 Students
Texas State University 80 Students
Sam Houston State University 77 Students
University of Houston 73 Students
Houston Christian University 72 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 78 Students
Business 47 Students
Psychology 44 Students
Biology 27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 18 Students
Pre-Law Studies 18 Students
Computer Science 17 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 17 Students
Education 17 Students
Chemistry 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 77 Reviews
3.0 Sophomore
5/7/2026
So far attending this school, it has been good but, the whole district has a problem with favorites and secrets and they don't treat them equal at all. I have experienced both sides of student and staff, my grandmother worked for the transportation department and she was fired for unequal reasons, she was trying to move her special needs riders to a safe location because she didn't trust that the rider to be safe. and being a current student, a lot of the students get away with certain things like our cell phone policy, I got my cell phone taken when everyone else in the cafeteria didn't get their phones taken. so, now we have problems with these things.
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.
4.0 Senior
3/20/2023
The thing I like most about Palestine high school is the band program, the teachers in that program push us as band students and as young adults to be the best we cans be, same goes with the teachers, when it comes to helping us as student the teachers are there before and after school to help, I also like the spirit days and all the program they offer.
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 1,003 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Palestine High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.25, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 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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