Serving 192 students in grades 9-12, Houston Heights Charter 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houston Heights Charter School's student population of 192 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
192 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Houston Heights Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston Heights Charter School is 0.37, 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
#7538 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
77%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
19%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Heights Charter School's ranking?
Houston Heights Charter School is ranked #7538 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston Heights Charter School?
The graduation rate of Houston Heights Charter School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Houston Heights Charter School?
192 students attend Houston Heights Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Houston Heights Charter School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston Heights Charter School?
Houston Heights Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston Heights Charter School offer ?
Houston Heights Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Houston Heights Charter School part of?
Houston Heights Charter School is part of Houston Heights High School District.
In what neighborhood is Houston Heights Charter School located?
Houston Heights Charter School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 60 other public schools located in Northside.
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