Serving 741 students in grades 9-12, Wheatley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wheatley High School's student population of 741 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheatley 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 Wheatley High School is 0.51, 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
#7192 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
54%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
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 Wheatley High School's ranking?
Wheatley High School is ranked #7192 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wheatley High School often compared to?
Wheatley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Furr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheatley High School?
The graduation rate of Wheatley High School is 71%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wheatley High School?
741 students attend Wheatley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wheatley High School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheatley High School?
Wheatley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wheatley High School offer ?
Wheatley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wheatley High School part of?
Wheatley High School is part of Houston ISD School District.
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