Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center, formerly known as Sam Houston High School is a high school located in the Hawthorne Place and Timber Garden subdivisions, in Houston, Texas, United States.
Serving 2,396 students in grades 9-12, Houston Math Science And Technology Center 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 12% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Houston Math Science and Technology Center serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge, which extends up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houston Math Science And Technology Center's student population of 2,396 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1878
School Rankings
Houston Math Science And Technology Center 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 Math Science And Technology Center is 0.15, 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
#7806 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
78%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Math Science And Technology Center's ranking?
Houston Math Science And Technology Center is ranked #7806 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston Math Science And Technology Center?
The graduation rate of Houston Math Science And Technology Center is 78%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Houston Math Science And Technology Center?
2,396 students attend Houston Math Science And Technology Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Houston Math Science And Technology Center students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston Math Science And Technology Center?
Houston Math Science And Technology Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston Math Science And Technology Center offer ?
Houston Math Science And Technology Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Houston Math Science And Technology Center part of?
Houston Math Science And Technology Center is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Houston Math Science And Technology Center located?
Houston Math Science And Technology Center is located in the Northside And Northline neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside And Northline.
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