Serving 3,716 students in grades 9-12, C E King 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 3,716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C E King High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Houston, TX, encompassing approximately 53.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
C E King High School's student population of 3,716 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 211 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,716 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
211 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare every child to be college, career, or military ready and to help them reach their full potential of becoming responsible citizens and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
C E King 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 C E King High School is 0.50, 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
#6817 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Panther Center150px
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C E King High School's ranking?
C E King High School is ranked #6817 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are C E King High School often compared to?
C E King High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Generations Collegiate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of C E King High School?
The graduation rate of C E King High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend C E King High School?
3,716 students attend C E King High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of C E King High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C E King High School?
C E King High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does C E King High School offer ?
C E King High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is C E King High School part of?
C E King High School is part of Sheldon Independent School District.
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