MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL

MINEOLA H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the MINEOLA ISD school district, located in MINEOLA, TX with about 466 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, MINEOLA H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mineola High School, located at 900 W Patten in Mineola, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Mineola Independent School District. As a staple of this small East Texas community, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture, often acting as a hub for community pride and extracurricular activities. The school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce, while maintaining the close-knit atmosphere characteristic of a rural or suburban Texas school district.

Beyond its academic offerings, Mineola High School is well-regarded for its commitment to student development through athletics, fine arts, and various career and technical education (CTE) programs. By balancing traditional core subjects with hands-on learning opportunities, the school aims to foster both intellectual growth and civic responsibility among its student body. Its location in Mineola places it at the heart of Wood County, where the school’s staff and faculty work to support a diverse group of students in achieving their post-graduation goals within a supportive, community-focused environment.

For more information, contact MINEOLA H S at (903) 569-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.