Serving 2,033 students in grades 9-12, Wisdom High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,033 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wisdom High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wisdom High School's student population of 2,033 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,033 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wisdom High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wisdom High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7408 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
66%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wisdom High School's ranking?
Wisdom High School is ranked #7408 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wisdom High School often compared to?
Wisdom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Empowerment High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wisdom High School?
The graduation rate of Wisdom High School is 66%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wisdom High School?
2,033 students attend Wisdom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Wisdom High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wisdom High School?
Wisdom High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wisdom High School offer ?
Wisdom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wisdom High School part of?
Wisdom High School is part of Houston ISD School District.
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