Serving 696 students in grades 9-12, Energy Institute High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Energy Institute High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Energy Institute High School's student population of 696 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Energy Institute High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Energy Institute High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#380 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Energy Institute High School's ranking?
Energy Institute High School is ranked #380 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Energy Institute High School often compared to?
Energy Institute High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Energy Institute High School?
The graduation rate of Energy Institute High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Energy Institute High School?
696 students attend Energy Institute High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Energy Institute High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Energy Institute High School?
Energy Institute High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Energy Institute High School offer ?
Energy Institute High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Energy Institute High School part of?
Energy Institute High School is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Energy Institute High School located?
Energy Institute High School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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