Chester High School

Direction273 Yellowjacket Dr, Chester, TX, 75936
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Public School CHESTER ISD Elementary School Middle School High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 90
Student Progress 85
Closing Performance Gaps 82
Overall 88

Distinction Designations

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

Explore Excellence at Chester High School

Welcome to Chester High School, a vibrant educational community nestled at 273 Yellowjacket Drive, Chester, TX 75936. As a proud cornerstone of Chester ISD, our school is dedicated to fostering an environment where students thrive academically and socially, preparing them for success beyond their school years.

Dedicated Staff
At Chester High School, we boast a dedicated team of 14 highly qualified teachers who bring an average of 15 years of educational experience to the classroom. Our educators have been with us for an average of 8 years, creating a stable and supportive learning environment that enhances student achievement. Their expertise and commitment to excellence ensure that every student receives personalized and effective instruction.

Optimal Learning Environment
With a total enrollment of 136 students, our school offers a welcoming, close-knit community where each student gets the attention they deserve. The student-to-teacher ratio of 9.70 ensures that our classrooms are intimate, allowing for tailored educational experiences and ample individual attention. This ratio is significantly lower than many institutions, providing a unique opportunity for enhanced learning and student engagement.

Supportive Staff
In addition to our qualified teachers, Chester High School employs 3 dedicated educational aids who provide additional support to our students, reinforcing our commitment to accessible and comprehensive education for every child.

Engaging Programs and Opportunities
At Chester High School, education extends beyond traditional academic subjects. We encourage our students to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities and leadership opportunities, fostering skills in teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking. Whether it's through sports, arts, or community service, our programs are designed to build confidence and prepare students for the diverse challenges of the future.

Join Our Community
We invite you to become a part of Chester High School, where education is not just about learning facts, but about preparing for a successful and fulfilling life. For more information or to schedule a vi...

Explore Excellence at Chester High School

Welcome to Chester High School, a vibrant educational community nestled at 273 Yellowjacket Drive, Chester, TX 75936. As a proud cornerstone of Chester ISD, our school is dedicated to fostering an environment where students thrive academically and socially, preparing them for success beyond their school years.

Dedicated Staff
At Chester High School, we boast a dedicated team of 14 highly qualified teachers who bring an average of 15 years of educational experience to the classroom. Our educators have been with us for an average of 8 years, creating a stable and supportive learning environment that enhances student achievement. Their expertise and commitment to excellence ensure that every student receives personalized and effective instruction.

Optimal Learning Environment
With a total enrollment of 136 students, our school offers a welcoming, close-knit community where each student gets the attention they deserve. The student-to-teacher ratio of 9.70 ensures that our classrooms are intimate, allowing for tailored educational experiences and ample individual attention. This ratio is significantly lower than many institutions, providing a unique opportunity for enhanced learning and student engagement.

Supportive Staff
In addition to our qualified teachers, Chester High School employs 3 dedicated educational aids who provide additional support to our students, reinforcing our commitment to accessible and comprehensive education for every child.

Engaging Programs and Opportunities
At Chester High School, education extends beyond traditional academic subjects. We encourage our students to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities and leadership opportunities, fostering skills in teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking. Whether it's through sports, arts, or community service, our programs are designed to build confidence and prepare students for the diverse challenges of the future.

Join Our Community
We invite you to become a part of Chester High School, where education is not just about learning facts, but about preparing for a successful and fulfilling life. For more information or to schedule a visit, please contact us at (936) 969-2353. Discover how your child can thrive at Chester High School, where we commit to excellence in all we do.

Chester High School: Nurturing Potential, Achieving Excellence.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
06-12
Enrollment
123
Is Charter
No
Address
273 YELLOWJACKET DR, CHESTER, TX, 75936
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Principal
MRS AMY DINGER
School District
Phone
(936) 969-2353
County
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Chester High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 1 0.81%
Hispanic 4 3.25%
White 110 89.43%
Asian 0 0.00%
Native American 0 0.00%
Two or More Races 8 6.50%
Total Students 123 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 52 42.28%
Limited English Proficiency 1 0.81%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 1 0.81%
Gifted & Talented 3 2.44%
Special Education 12 9.76%
Teacher Student Ratio 9.00 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 0 0.00%
20 - 30 years 3 21.90%
10 - 20 years 2 11.68%
6 - 10 years 3 21.17%
1- 5 years 5 37.96%
Beginning Teacher 1 7.30%
Teacher Experience Average 9.40 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 4.50 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 14 100%
Female Teachers 10 71.53 %
Male Teachers 4 28.47 %
School Admin 2
School Support 1
Edu Aids 0
Special Education 1

Chester High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 77% 73% 74% 94% 76%
African American *% *% *% *% %
Hispanic *% *% *% % *%
White 78% 76% 76% 94% 73%
Asian % % % % %
Two or More Races 67% *% *% *% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 65% 57% 63% 93% 64%
Male Students 71% 65% 72% 86% 77%
Female Students 83% 84% 75% 100% 75%
Special Education 45% 27% 71% *% *%
Limited English Proficiency *% *% *% % %

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 45.5 838 n/a 20
African American n/a n/a n/a n/a
Hispanic * n/a n/a n/a
White 62.5 838 n/a 20
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races * n/a n/a n/a
Male Students 37.5 * n/a *
Female Students * * n/a *
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 18.2 9.1 9.1 100 n/a n/a n/a
African American n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Hispanic * * * * * * *
White 25 12.5 12.5 100 n/a n/a n/a
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races * * * * * * *
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 100 n/a n/a n/a
Female Students n/a n/a n/a * * * *
Special Education * * * * * * *
Eco Disadvantaged 14.3 14.3 14.3 100 n/a n/a n/a

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