Serving 2,562 students in grades 9-12, Tomball High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tomball High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tomball High School's student population of 2,562 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tomball High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tomball High School is 0.60, 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
#290 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
52%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 Tomball High School's ranking?
Tomball High School is ranked #290 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tomball High School often compared to?
Tomball High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tomball Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tomball High School?
The graduation rate of Tomball High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tomball High School?
2,562 students attend Tomball High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Tomball High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tomball High School?
Tomball High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tomball High School offer ?
Tomball High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tomball High School part of?
Tomball High School is part of Tomball ISD School District.
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