WHITNEY HIGH SCHOOL

WHITNEY H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the WHITNEY ISD school district, located in WHITNEY, TX with about 457 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 36 teachers, WHITNEY H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Whitney High School, located in Whitney, Texas, serves as a central educational hub for the local community as part of the Whitney Independent School District. Situated at 1400 N Brazos, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for success after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or enter the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, fostering both intellectual growth and character development within its student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Whitney High School typically provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, academic clubs, and student organizations, which play a vital role in building school spirit and community engagement. The district places a high value on maintaining strong communication with families and community members, utilizing its official website to share important information, school calendars, and resources. By balancing academic rigor with diverse opportunities for student involvement, Whitney High School strives to create a well-rounded educational experience for all its students.

For more information, contact WHITNEY H S at (254) 694-3457 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 N BRAZOS
WHITNEY, TX 76692-0518
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WHITNEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WHITNEY, TX with about 457 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
WHITNEY ISD
Total Students:
457
Teachers:
36.08
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 457 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WHITNEY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
71.6%
Hispanic/Latino
18.4%
Black or African American
4.8%
Two or more races
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%

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.