William P. Clements High School, more commonly known as Clements High School, is a public high school in Sugar Land, Texas. Named after former Texas governor Bill Clements, Clements High School is a part of the Fort Bend Independent School District. The school serves most of First Colony and a portion of Telfair.
Serving 2,616 students in grades 9-12, Clements High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clements 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clements High School's student population of 2,616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Motto
FBISD exists to inspire and equip all students to pursue futures beyond what they can imagine.
School Rankings
Clements High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clements High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
55%
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clements High School's ranking?
Clements High School is ranked #316 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clements High School often compared to?
Clements High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dulles High School, Stephen F Austin High School, Lawrence E Elkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clements High School?
The graduation rate of Clements High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clements High School?
2,616 students attend Clements High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Clements High School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clements High School?
Clements High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clements High School offer ?
Clements High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clements High School part of?
Clements High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Clements High School located?
Clements High School is located in the First Colony neighborhood of Sugar Land, TX.
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