School Overview
Palestine High School, located in Palestine, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Palestine Independent School District. Situated along Loop 256, the school acts as a central hub for the local community, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school emphasizes a commitment to student growth, fostering an environment that encourages both intellectual development and participation in athletic and fine arts activities.

As part of the broader Palestine ISD, the high school strives to uphold the district’s mission of providing high-quality educational opportunities for all students. By integrating classroom instruction with technology and community involvement, Palestine High School aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates capable of navigating the challenges of the modern workforce or higher education. For those looking for specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district announcements, the official website at [www.palestineschools.org](http://www.palestineschools.org) serves as the primary resource for families and the community.
998
Total Students
84.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PALESTINE H S
Demographic Student Count
White294
Hispanic450
Black211
Asian6
Two or More36
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    450 (45.1 %)
  • White
    294 (29.5 %)
  • Black
    211 (21.1 %)
  • Two or More
    36 (3.6 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
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: PALESTINE ISD
Phone: (903)731-8005
Website: http://www.palestineschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 998
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 84.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 756
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21
Grades Taught
Grade 9 277
Grade 10 267
Grade 11 241
Grade 12 213

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PALESTINE H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9277
Grade 10267
Grade 11241
Grade 12213
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PALESTINE H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female48648.7%
Male51251.3%