Serving 2,095 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,095 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milby High School's student population of 2,095 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,095 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milby 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 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
#4446 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
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 Milby High School's ranking?
Milby High School is ranked #4446 out of 8,079 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milby High School?
The graduation rate of Milby High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Milby High School?
2,095 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 White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milby High School?
Milby High School has a student ration of 22:1, 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 ISD School District.
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