Palestine High School

Direction1600 S Loop 256, Palestine, TX, 75801
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Public School PALESTINE ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 85
Student Progress 87
Closing Performance Gaps 87
Overall 87

Distinction Designations

MedalMedalMedalMedalMedalMedal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Discover Excellence at Palestine High School

Welcome to Palestine High School, a vibrant and dynamic learning community located at 1600 S Loop 256, Palestine, TX 75801. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, Palestine High School is an integral part of the Palestine ISD, where education is personalized and every student is valued.

Our Teachers: Dedicated and Experienced
At Palestine High School, education is led by a dedicated team of 85 professional educators who average 15 years of experience in teaching. This seasoned team has been with our school for an average of 8 years, fostering a stable and supportive environment that is conducive to learning. Our teachers' commitment is reflected in their ongoing professional development and their personal investment in each student's success.

Student-Focused Learning
Our school proudly accommodates 1,040 students, maintaining an exceptional student-to-teacher ratio of 12.20. This means more personalized attention, tailored instruction, and better responsiveness to the individual needs of each student. The presence of 15 education aids further supports our mission to provide an enriched learning environment that nurtures academic and personal growth.

A Community of Learning and Growth
Palestine High School is more than just a place for academic learning; it is a community where young minds are encouraged to grow holistically. Our curriculum is diverse and rigorous, designed to prepare students not only for college and careers but also to be thoughtful, engaged citizens. Extracurricular activities, sports, arts, and clubs complement our academic offerings, providing students numerous opportunities to explore their interests and develop new passions.

Join Us
We invite you to become a part of our thriving school community. For more information or to schedule a visit, please call us at (903) 731-8005. Discover how Palestine High School can provide a transformative educational experience for your child. Welcome to the beginning of a bright future at Palestine High School!

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
1003
Is Charter
No
Address
1600 S LOOP 256, PALESTINE, TX, 75801
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Principal
MR JOSEPH MASON
School District
Phone
(903) 731-8005
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Palestine High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 210 20.96%
Hispanic 458 45.71%
White 274 27.35%
Asian 9 0.90%
Native American 1 0.10%
Two or More Races 50 4.99%
Total Students 1,002 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 777 77.54%
Limited English Proficiency 205 20.46%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 185 18.46%
Gifted & Talented 35 3.49%
Special Education 132 13.17%
Teacher Student Ratio 12.50 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 12 14.84%
20 - 30 years 10 11.97%
10 - 20 years 23 28.18%
6 - 10 years 8 9.98%
1- 5 years 21 25.56%
Beginning Teacher 8 9.35%
Teacher Experience Average 14.30 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 7.40 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 80 100%
Female Teachers 40 50.12 %
Male Teachers 40 49.88 %
School Admin 5
School Support 10
Edu Aids 14
Special Education 9

Palestine High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 82% 73% 85% 91% 92%
African American 73% 61% 76% 86% 93%
Hispanic 85% 78% 91% 91% 90%
White 86% 78% 85% 94% 97%
Asian 100% 100% *% *% *%
Two or More Races 78% 69% 69% 100% 85%
Economically Disadvantaged 80% 70% 82% 89% 92%
Male Students 82% 73% 85% 92% 90%
Female Students 83% 74% 85% 90% 94%
Special Education 49% 29% 52% 77% 69%
Limited English Proficiency 82% 73% 93% 89% 85%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 34.9 1081 * 60.5
African American 20 917 * 25
Hispanic 32.4 1065 n/a 57.6
White 55 1140 * 72.7
Asian * * n/a *
Two or More Races 28.6 * n/a *
Male Students 34.2 1076 * 61
Female Students 35.7 1086 * 60
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 36.2 29.7 28 98.3 n/a 1.7 n/a
African American 11.7 5 5 98.3 n/a 1.7 n/a
Hispanic 40.2 30.4 27.5 98.1 n/a 1.9 n/a
White 55 53.3 51.7 98.4 n/a 1.6 n/a
Asian * * * * * * *
Two or More Races 28.6 28.6 28.6 100 n/a n/a n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 97.5 n/a 2.5 n/a
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 99.1 n/a 0.9 n/a
Special Education 5.6 n/a n/a 97.3 n/a 2.7 n/a
Eco Disadvantaged 28.9 21.1 18.9 97.8 n/a 2.2 n/a

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