Serving 2,891 students in grades 9-12, Cypress Ridge High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,891 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Cypress Ridge High School's student population of 2,891 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 245 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,891 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
245 teachers
School Rankings
Cypress Ridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress Ridge High School is 0.57, 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
#3300 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress Ridge High School's ranking?
Cypress Ridge High School is ranked #3300 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cypress Ridge High School often compared to?
Cypress Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cypress Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Cypress Ridge High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cypress Ridge High School?
2,891 students attend Cypress Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cypress Ridge High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cypress Ridge High School?
Cypress Ridge High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cypress Ridge High School offer ?
Cypress Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cypress Ridge High School part of?
Cypress Ridge High School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cypress Ridge High School located?
Cypress Ridge High School is located in the Fairview Gardens neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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