Cypress Woods High School, commonly known as Cy Woods, is a secondary school located in Cypress, which is an unincorporated area of Harris County, Texas, United States, near Houston.
Serving 3,469 students in grades 9-12, Cypress Woods High School ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cypress Woods High School serves the northwest area of Cypress, TX, covering approximately 18.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress Woods 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
Cypress Woods High School's student population of 3,469 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 217 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
217 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Crimson, Red, Gold
School Motto
Spirit of 212°
School Rankings
Cypress Woods 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 Cypress Woods High School is 0.73, 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
#394 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
40%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress Woods High School's ranking?
Cypress Woods High School is ranked #394 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cypress Woods High School often compared to?
Cypress Woods High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Ranch High School, Bridgeland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cypress Woods High School?
The graduation rate of Cypress Woods High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cypress Woods High School?
3,469 students attend Cypress Woods High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Cypress Woods High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cypress Woods High School?
Cypress Woods High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cypress Woods High School offer ?
Cypress Woods High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cypress Woods High School part of?
Cypress Woods High School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cypress Woods High School located?
Cypress Woods High School is located in the Western Trails neighborhood of Cypress, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Western Trails.
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