Aldine Senior High School is a public high school located in the Greenspoint district of northern Houston, Texas, United States. It is part of the Aldine Independent School District. The senior high school campus serves grades 10 through 12. The separate Aldine Ninth Grade School hosts students in grade 9.
Serving 2,481 students in grades 9-12, Aldine 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aldine High School serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aldine High School's student population of 2,481 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 160 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,481 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
160 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1932
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aldine High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aldine High School is 0.15, 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
#7231 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
76%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aldine High School's ranking?
Aldine High School is ranked #7231 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Aldine High School often compared to?
Aldine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis H S Aldine by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aldine High School?
The graduation rate of Aldine High School is 76%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Aldine High School?
2,481 students attend Aldine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Aldine High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aldine High School?
Aldine High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aldine High School offer ?
Aldine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aldine High School part of?
Aldine High School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Aldine High School located?
Aldine High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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