TRENTON HIGH SCHOOL

TRENTON H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the TRENTON ISD school district, located in TRENTON, TX with about 165 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 16 teachers, TRENTON H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Trenton High School, located at 500 S. Ballentine in Trenton, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Trenton Independent School District. As a small-town school, it fosters a close-knit community environment where students often benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from faculty. The school is committed to preparing students for life after graduation, offering a combination of core academic curriculum, elective programs, and extracurricular activities designed to develop both scholarly skills and character.

Beyond the classroom, Trenton High School is a central hub for the local community, with its athletic programs, clubs, and spirit organizations playing a significant role in school life. By focusing on a "small-school" approach, the institution aims to cultivate an inclusive culture where students have ample opportunities to participate in leadership roles and gain hands-on experience. Whether through academic advancement or involvement in school traditions, the school strives to equip its student body with the necessary tools to succeed in post-secondary education or the modern workforce.

For more information, contact TRENTON H S at (903) 989-2242 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 S BALLENTINE
TRENTON, TX 75490-0005
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TRENTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in TRENTON, TX with about 165 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
TRENTON ISD
Total Students:
165
Teachers:
16.21
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 165 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TRENTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.

White
74.5%
Hispanic/Latino
18.2%
Two or more races
3.0%
Black or African American
2.4%
Asian
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
45.5%
Male
54.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.