SPURGER HIGH SCHOOL

SPURGER H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the SPURGER ISD school district, located in SPURGER, TX with about 189 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 20 teachers, SPURGER H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Spurger High School is a small, rural public school located in Spurger, Texas, serving as the secondary campus for the Spurger Independent School District. As a close-knit educational community, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, leveraging its small size to foster strong relationships between students, teachers, and the local community. The campus is deeply integrated into the culture of Tyler County, often serving as a central hub for community spirit and local engagement.

Academically, Spurger High School focuses on providing core educational requirements while preparing students for life after graduation, whether through college enrollment or vocational pathways. Despite its limited size, the district strives to provide students with essential extracurricular opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages individual growth. By maintaining a connection to the values of their rural setting, the school aims to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to succeed in a broader, evolving world.

For more information, contact SPURGER H S at (409) 429-3464 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.