Dwight D. Eisenhower High School is a Title I public secondary school located in Near Northwest and in Houston, Texas, United States. Eisenhower is a part of the Aldine Independent School District.
Serving 2,483 students in grades 9-12, Eisenhower High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eisenhower High School's student population of 2,483 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Eisenhower High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eisenhower High School is 0.43, which is less 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
#8006 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eisenhower High School's ranking?
Eisenhower High School is ranked #8006 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Eisenhower High School often compared to?
Eisenhower High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victory Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eisenhower High School?
The graduation rate of Eisenhower High School is 79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Eisenhower High School?
2,483 students attend Eisenhower High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Eisenhower High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eisenhower High School?
Eisenhower High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eisenhower High School offer ?
Eisenhower High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eisenhower High School part of?
Eisenhower High School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Eisenhower High School located?
Eisenhower High School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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