Serving 2,126 students in grades 9-12, Milby 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milby High School serves the eastern part of Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milby High School's student population of 2,126 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,126 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
Milby 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 Milby High School is 0.10, 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
#7163 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milby High School's ranking?
Milby High School is ranked #7163 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Milby High School often compared to?
Milby High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chavez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milby High School?
The graduation rate of Milby High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Milby High School?
2,126 students attend Milby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Milby High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milby High School?
Milby High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Milby High School offer ?
Milby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Milby High School part of?
Milby High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Milby High School located?
Milby High School is located in the Greater East End neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Greater East End.
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