Commerce High School is a public high school serving 465 students in grades 9-12 in Commerce, Texas. The school is part of the Commerce Independent School District, which is ranked 784 out of 968 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Commerce High School faces several academic challenges. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Texas high schools, with proficiency rates on state exams that are generally below the state and district averages. This is particularly true for African American, Hispanic, and English Language Learner students, who perform in the bottom 25% of Texas high schools. While the school maintains a relatively high graduation rate, its dropout rate is slightly higher than the state average. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, which is a factor in its underperformance.
Compared to nearby schools, Commerce High School lags behind in academic performance. For example, Lone Oak High School and Celeste High School, located within 18 miles of Commerce, consistently outperform Commerce High School on state exams and have higher statewide rankings. The school's performance for gifted and talented students has also been inconsistent, suggesting the need for improved identification and support for high-performing students.
In the 2022-23 school year, 465 students attended Commerce High School.
Commerce High School is fed by the following schools:Elementary : Albert C Williams ElementaryElementary : Commerce ElementaryMiddle : Commerce Middle
Commerce Independent School District (Isd)
Commerce High School ranks 1490th of 1987 Texas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 1 star out of 5.
Students at Commerce High School are 45% White, 25% Hispanic, 22% African American, 4% Two or more races, 2% Asian, 1% American Indian, 1% Pacific Islander.