Morton Ranch High School is a secondary school in the Katy Independent School District. It opened in 2004, and is located in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, United States.
Serving 2,832 students in grades 9-12, Morton Ranch 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morton Ranch High School's student population of 2,832 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 200 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,832 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
200 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Morton Ranch 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 Morton Ranch High School is 0.59, 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
#5559 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Maverick
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morton Ranch High School's ranking?
Morton Ranch High School is ranked #5559 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Morton Ranch High School often compared to?
Morton Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paetow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morton Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of Morton Ranch High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Morton Ranch High School?
2,832 students attend Morton Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Morton Ranch High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morton Ranch High School?
Morton Ranch High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morton Ranch High School offer ?
Morton Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Morton Ranch High School part of?
Morton Ranch High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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