Cypress Creek High School, also known as Cy Creek, is a secondary public school located in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, United States. Cypress Creek, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
Serving 3,239 students in grades 9-12, Cypress Creek High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cypress Creek High School's student population of 3,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 219 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
219 teachers
Year Founded
1977
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Cypress Creek High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress Creek High School is 0.71, 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
#2289 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress Creek High School's ranking?
Cypress Creek High School is ranked #2289 out of 8,188 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cypress Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Cypress Creek High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cypress Creek High School?
3,239 students attend Cypress Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cypress Creek High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cypress Creek High School?
Cypress Creek High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cypress Creek High School offer ?
Cypress Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cypress Creek High School part of?
Cypress Creek High School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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