SAN BENITO H S

2,012 Students
High School 10th - 12th
School Overview
San Benito High School, located in San Benito, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District. As a large public high school, it functions as the educational hub for the surrounding community, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is well-known for its strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, particularly its competitive athletic programs and robust performing arts departments, which play a central role in fostering school spirit and community engagement.

Beyond its academic and extracurricular offerings, the school is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of the Rio Grande Valley. It provides a variety of specialized programs, including Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, dual-credit courses through partnerships with local colleges, and various student organizations aimed at supporting diverse student interests. With a commitment to student development, San Benito High School focuses on providing a supportive environment that addresses the unique needs of its student population while striving for academic growth and long-term success.
2,012
Total Students
144.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SAN BENITO H S
Demographic Student Count
White18
Hispanic1,988
Black2
Two or More3
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    1,988 (98.8 %)
  • White
    18 (0.9 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.1 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.1 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0 %)
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: SAN BENITO CISD
Phone: (956)361-6500
Grade Range: 10th - 12th
Total Students: 2,012
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 144.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,618
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Grade 10 740
Grade 11 614
Grade 12 658

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SAN BENITO H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 10740
Grade 11614
Grade 12658
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SAN BENITO H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female97148.3%
Male1,04151.7%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)