Cinco Ranch High School is a public school located in an unincorporated area in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States that serves grades 9 through 12 as part of the Katy Independent School District.
Serving 3,740 students in grades 9-12, Cinco Ranch High School ranks in the top 10% 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 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cinco Ranch High School serves the southern part of Katy, TX, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cinco Ranch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cinco Ranch High School's student population of 3,740 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 224 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,740 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
224 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Campus Size
66 acres
School Rankings
Cinco Ranch High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cinco Ranch High School is 0.72, 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
#509 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinco Ranch High School's ranking?
Cinco Ranch High School is ranked #509 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cinco Ranch High School often compared to?
Cinco Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Lakes High School, Tompkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cinco Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of Cinco Ranch High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Cinco Ranch High School?
3,740 students attend Cinco Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cinco Ranch High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cinco Ranch High School?
Cinco Ranch High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cinco Ranch High School offer ?
Cinco Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cinco Ranch High School part of?
Cinco Ranch High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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