Lockhart High School

Lockhart High School in Lockhart, TX, serves approximately 2,006 students in grades 9-12 and is part of the Lockhart Independent School District (Isd), which ranks in the 35th percentile statewide. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom 20-25% of Texas high schools over the past decade, with over 71% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. Its graduation rate has declined from 93.3% in 2020 to 86.3% in 2024, while the dropout rate has increased to 2.9%.

A critical area of concern is Algebra I proficiency, where only 23.9% of Lockhart students are proficient, compared to the state average of 54%. This is the lowest rate among nearby traditional high schools, such as Lehman High School (37.2%) and Luling High School (29.4%). However, Lockhart performs better in other subjects, like Biology (57.5% proficiency), suggesting a specific issue with math instruction rather than overall academic failure. The school also struggles with serving its low socioeconomic status students, who rank in the 20th percentile statewide, and its special education students, who rank in the 11th percentile. A notable strength is its performance with Multi-racial students, who rank in the 72nd percentile statewide.

Nearby schools offer interesting contrasts. Idea Kyle College Preparatory, a charter school 14 miles away, ranks in the 59th percentile despite serving a similar demographic, showing that high performance is achievable. Additionally, Lockhart ISD operates Lockhart Pride High School, an alternative campus with very low test scores and a high dropout rate, which may affect Lockhart High School's data by transferring its most at-risk students. For parents, these insights highlight the need to investigate math support programs and special education services when considering Lockhart High School.