BAY CITY H S

BAY CITY ISD
400 7TH ST
BAY CITY, TX 77414
1,031 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Bay City High School, located at 400 7th St. in Bay City, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Bay City Independent School District. The school is home to the "Blackcats," a mascot that reflects the institution's strong emphasis on school spirit and community tradition. As part of a district focused on student growth, the high school offers a variety of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.

The school maintains an active digital presence through its official website, http://www.bcblackcats.net, which serves as a central hub for students, parents, and the community. Through this portal, the school provides access to essential resources, including academic calendars, information on district policies, and updates on school events. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators and families, Bay City High School aims to cultivate a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages both personal development and academic achievement for its diverse student body.
1,031
Total Students
82.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    692 (67.1 %)
  • White
    179 (17.4 %)
  • Black
    128 (12.4 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (2.1 %)
  • Asian
    7 (0.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: BAY CITY ISD
Phone: (979)401-1000
Website: http://www.bcblackcats.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,031
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 82.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 521
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 294
Grade 10 281
Grade 11 221
Grade 12 235
Gender Ratio
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VAN VLECK ISD
355 Students
8980 SH 35 N
VAN VLECK, TX 77482 (6.4 miles away)
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