Katy High School is a high school located in Katy, Texas which serves grades 9 through 12. It is a part of the Katy Independent School District. The school serves the City of Katy and draws students from Harris County, Waller County, and Fort Bend County.
Serving 3,500 students in grades 9-12, Katy High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katy 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
Diversity
School Overview
Katy High School's student population of 3,500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 217 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
217 teachers
Year Founded
1898
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Katy High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katy High School is 0.68, 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
#1355 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Katy High School's ranking?
Katy High School is ranked #1355 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Katy High School often compared to?
Katy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Katy High School?
The graduation rate of Katy High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Katy High School?
3,500 students attend Katy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Katy High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katy High School?
Katy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Katy High School offer ?
Katy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Katy High School part of?
Katy High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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