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 2,644 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 2,644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Math Science And Technology Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Houston Math Science And Technology Center's student population of 2,644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Year Founded
1878
School Rankings
Houston Math Science And Technology Center 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 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
#7893 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Math Science And Technology Center's ranking?
Houston Math Science And Technology Center is ranked #7893 out of 8,188 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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%.
How many students attend Houston Math Science And Technology Center?
2,644 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, 6% of students are Black, and 2% 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 16:1, 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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