Summary
Presidio High School in Presidio, TX, is a small, rural school serving 418 students in grades 9-12 within the Presidio Independent School District (Isd), where over 94% of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The school has shown recent improvement, earning a 2-star rating and its highest-ever state percentile rank (42nd) in the 2025-2026 school year, though it has historically ranked below average. There are no other schools within 20 miles for direct comparison, but against state averages, Presidio High School stands out for its exceptional recent support for Special Education students, jumping from the 3rd percentile to the 89th percentile in a single year—a remarkable turnaround that suggests a highly effective new program or intervention.
The school consistently performs well for its English Language Learners, ranking in the 66th percentile statewide, which is significantly higher than its overall rank. However, academic performance varies widely by subject: U.S. History is a clear strength, often outperforming the state average, while Algebra I and English I Reading remain persistent challenges, with Algebra I proficiency swinging dramatically from 43% to 21% and back to 52% in recent years. Despite these academic hurdles, the school boasts a very low dropout rate (0.0% in 2023-2024) and a rising graduation rate (89.7% in 2022-2023), indicating a strong commitment to keeping students in school.
With a student-teacher ratio of about 13:1 and per-student spending between $12,922 and $13,864, the school invests moderately in its students, likely funding targeted support for vulnerable groups. The "Algebra I problem" and inconsistent test scores suggest that while the school excels at providing a supportive environment, it is still working to translate that into consistent academic achievement in core subjects. For parents, this is a school that deeply cares for its students and shows flashes of excellence, particularly for Special Education and English Language Learners, but families should be aware of the volatility in math and reading outcomes.
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