Serving 2,398 students in grades 9-12, Northbrook 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 2,398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northbrook High School serves the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 8 square miles. Most students within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the farthest edge of the zone reaching up to 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northbrook High School's student population of 2,398 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northbrook 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 Northbrook High School is 0.17, 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
#7200 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
74%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Ragin' Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northbrook High School's ranking?
Northbrook High School is ranked #7200 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northbrook High School often compared to?
Northbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Woods 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 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Northbrook High School is 74%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Northbrook High School?
2,398 students attend Northbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northbrook High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northbrook High School?
Northbrook High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northbrook High School offer ?
Northbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northbrook High School part of?
Northbrook High School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Northbrook High School located?
Northbrook High School is located in the Spring Branch North neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Spring Branch North.
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