Summary:
The Hereford Independent School District (Isd) is served by a single high school, Hereford High School, which educates 1,182 students in grades 9 through 12 and serves a community where nearly 74% of students are economically disadvantaged.
Hereford High School shows a remarkable story of academic improvement. From the 2024-2025 to the 2025-2026 school year, proficiency rates on STAAR End-of-Course exams jumped significantly across all subjects, with the largest relative increase in Algebra I (from 21.49% to 36.42%) and Biology (from 30.78% to 48.99%). Despite this progress, the school still trails state averages in every subject, with U.S. History being its strongest area at 58.06% proficient and Algebra I remaining its biggest challenge at 36.42% proficient. The school’s state ranking improved from the 15th to the 25th percentile, earning a 1-star rating, which suggests that while Hereford is improving, many other Texas schools are also advancing.
Key metrics provide a fuller picture. The school boasts a strong graduation rate of 93.6% and a low dropout rate of 1.0%, alongside a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15:1 and per-student spending of $10,684. The most encouraging takeaway is the school’s ability to drive significant academic gains despite serving a high-needs population. The "Improvement Paradox" shows that raw scores are rising faster than the school’s percentile rank, indicating that Hereford is making real headway even in a competitive statewide environment. For parents, this data suggests a school that is actively working to close achievement gaps, with a solid foundation in graduation rates and a clear focus on boosting math and science proficiency.
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