Clear Lake High School is a public secondary school located in Houston, Texas, United States. The school, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Clear Creek Independent School District.
Serving 2,500 students in grades 9-12, Clear Lake High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 61% 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: 2,500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Clear Lake High School serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clear Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clear Lake High School's student population of 2,500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,500 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clear Lake High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clear Lake High School is 0.70, 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
#1764 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
97%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Lake High School's ranking?
Clear Lake High School is ranked #1764 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clear Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Clear Lake High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Clear Lake High School?
2,500 students attend Clear Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Clear Lake High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Lake High School?
Clear Lake High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Lake High School offer ?
Clear Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clear Lake High School part of?
Clear Lake High School is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Clear Lake High School located?
Clear Lake High School is located in the Clear Lake neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Clear Lake.
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