GOLDTHWAITE H S

GOLDTHWAITE ISD
1509 HANNAH VALLEY RD
GOLDTHWAITE, TX 76844
168 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Goldthwaite High School, located in Goldthwaite, Texas, serves as the central secondary educational hub for the Goldthwaite Independent School District. As a small, rural high school, it functions as the heart of its community, focusing on providing a supportive environment where students receive individualized attention. The school is committed to academic excellence while maintaining a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement, reflecting the traditional values of the surrounding Mills County area.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Goldthwaite High School is well-known for its vibrant school spirit and participation in various extracurricular activities, including UIL athletics, academic competitions, and career and technical education (CTE) programs. By offering a blend of rigorous coursework and hands-on learning opportunities, the school aims to prepare its students for both higher education and the modern workforce. The district maintains a strong connection with families and residents, fostering a close-knit culture that encourages students to excel both inside and outside the classroom.
168
Total Students
21.4
Full-Time Teachers
7.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    110 (65.5%)
  • Hispanic
    51 (30.4%)
  • Two or More
    5 (3.0%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GOLDTHWAITE ISD
Phone: (325)648-3081
Website: http://www.goldisd.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 168
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 53
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 22

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 43
Grade 10 37
Grade 11 34
Grade 12 54
Gender Ratio