Foy H. Moody High School is a public high school located in the city of Corpus Christi, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Corpus Christi Independent School District located in southeast Nueces County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,326 students in grades 9-12, Moody 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MOODY H S serves the west part of Corpus Christi, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moody High School's student population of 1,326 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,326 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moody 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 Moody High School is 0.13, 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
#7644 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
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
90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Trojan/lady Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moody High School's ranking?
Moody High School is ranked #7644 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Moody High School often compared to?
Moody High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moody High School?
The graduation rate of Moody High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Moody High School?
1,326 students attend Moody High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Moody High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moody High School?
Moody High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moody High School offer ?
Moody High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moody High School part of?
Moody High School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Moody High School located?
Moody High School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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