HEMPHILL ISD

Located at 1000 Milam Street in Hemphill, Texas, Hemphill Independent School District is an active, traditional public school district serving the educational needs of its East Texas community. Set within a distinctly remote rural environment, the district operates three schools that deliver a seamless continuum of learning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. As a non-charter, local educational agency, Hemphill ISD plays a vital role in its regional infrastructure, offering early childhood preparation, foundational elementary coursework, and comprehensive secondary programs aimed at equipping students for post-secondary and vocational success.

According to data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total enrollment of 788 students, consisting of 426 male and 362 female learners. The student body reflects a diverse local demographic, composed predominantly of 581 White students, 67 students of two or more races, 66 Hispanic students, and 60 Black students, alongside smaller populations of Asian, American Indian, and Pacific Islander youth. To support this student body, Hemphill ISD maintains a robust staffing framework equivalent to over 303 full-time staff members. This includes nearly 154 full-time equivalent teachers, 16 instructional aides, and more than 133 support personnel, ensuring a strong student-to-educator context that fosters personalized guidance, safety, and academic development.