Serving 1,997 students in grades 9-12, La Porte 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Porte High School's student population of 1,997 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Porte High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Porte High School is 0.61, 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
#4188 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Porte High School's ranking?
La Porte High School is ranked #4188 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Porte High School often compared to?
La Porte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Porte High School?
The graduation rate of La Porte High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend La Porte High School?
1,997 students attend La Porte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of La Porte High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Porte High School?
La Porte High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Porte High School offer ?
La Porte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Porte High School part of?
La Porte High School is part of La Porte ISD School District.
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