La Porte High School is a High school based in La Porte, Texas, United States. It is part of the La Porte Independent School District. The school serves the cities of La Porte, Morgan's Point, and Shoreacres, as well as a small portion of Pasadena and of Deer Park.
Serving 2,090 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,090 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: La Porte High School serves the northern part of its school district in La Porte, TX, covering an area of approximately 31.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Porte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Porte High School's student population of 2,090 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,090 students
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Porte High 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 La Porte High School is 0.58, 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
#6176 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
55%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
34%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and white
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: 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 #6176 out of 8,096 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Porte High School?
The graduation rate of La Porte High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend La Porte High School?
2,090 students attend La Porte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of La Porte High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Porte High School?
La Porte High School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Independent School District.
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